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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
£4
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Lille will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 21 buses that leave Brussels for Lille every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m 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.
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FlixBus
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 94 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Lille coaches for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 6:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 8:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 8:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 10:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50917 | 9:30 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h25 | 10:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 10:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 11:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 11:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 12:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:20 Brussels | 1h50 | 14:10 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
50346 | 13:45 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h35 | 15:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50429 | 15:50 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h35 | 17:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h40 | 20:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h30 | 21:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 22:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 22:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 23:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 August | |||||
Flibco | 0:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 2:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h25 | 2:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50449 | 2:35 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1h20 | 3:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Brussels to Lille run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 94 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 94 km |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 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.
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Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Lille buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Lille, Gare Europe. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
Available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Elevators, ramps.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Bruxelles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars available on site.
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Bruxelles.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles.
Available at Bruxelles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles: Wheelchair access available.
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.
Lille, Gare Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Gare 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 Express (in the station), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Gare Europe.
Available at Lille, Gare Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Gare Europe: Elevators, ramps.
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