- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
10 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
10 h 50 m
Buses on 23 Sept
4
Distance
620 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 4 buses from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 620 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, while a train costs an average of £106.
Distance: 620 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £140 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille:
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille costing on average £106.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 18m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £140 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £80. The journey takes 10h 18m versus 7h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 15h00 | 12:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
![]() | 10:35 Brive-la-Gaillarde | 12h00 | 22:35 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:45 Brive-la-Gaillarde | 10h30 | 2:15 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:45 Brive-la-Gaillarde | 10h30 | 3:15 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 620 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 620 km |
Average bus duration 10h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in taxis and leave small change in cafés.
Official public transport app
Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brive-la-Gaillarde to Lille buses use the Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Tourcoing, Avenue Salvador Allende. Use this guide to compare Brive-la-Gaillarde and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) is 4 km from Brive-la-Gaillarde city centre. Public transport options include:
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche). ATMs are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche).
Ticket office support is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche).
Available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche): Wheelchair accessible curbs and walkways provided.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
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