The cheapest and fastest coaches from Caen to Lille
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Caen to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Lille will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 14 buses that leave Caen for Lille every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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.
FlixBus
50644 · 51297






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Caen to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Caen to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Caen to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Lille coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:25 Caen, Gare Routière | 5h35 | 18:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Caen, Gare Routière | 8h00 | 21:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50644 · 51297 | 15:20 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 7h10 | 22:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Caen, Gare Routière | 7h05 | 23:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:15 Caen, Gare Routière | 7h05 | 13:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50650 · 51801 | 06:50 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 8h05 | 14:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Caen, Gare Routière | 6h30 | 15:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Caen, Gare Routière | 9h25 | 18:10 Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) | 1 change | |
50284 · 51559 | 09:30 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 9h15 | 18:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Caen to Lille coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Caen to Lille.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Caen to Lille.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Caen to Lille.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Caen to Lille.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Caen to Lille
Buses from Caen to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:21, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 02:21 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Caen to LilleYou can travel by bus between Caen to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Caen to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Caen and Lille
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro de Lille (0.2 km)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: M1, M2 Train: TGV, TER
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Express (in the station)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: 2 Train: TGV, TER
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