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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.
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Caen to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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Buses from Caen to Lille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 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 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 2:21 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Caen to Lille.
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Lille coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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50650 · 51801 | 7:50 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 8h05 | 15:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50284 · 53634 | 10:30 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 8h00 | 18:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
51901 · 51559 | 12:20 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 7h25 | 19:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50656 · 50579 | 14:20 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 7h05 | 21:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50644 · 51470 | 16:20 Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 8h15 | 0:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change |
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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 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.

Most Caen to Lille buses use the Caen, Gare Routière to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking). Use this guide to compare Caen and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Caen, Gare Routière is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Caen, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Caen, Gare Routière. ATMs are available at Caen, Gare Routière.
Ticket office support is available at Caen, Gare Routière.
Available at Caen, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen, Gare Routière: Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
Caen, Pl. de la Gare is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Caen, Pl. de la Gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen, Pl. de la Gare: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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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