Dortmund to Lille bus with Sindbad

Mon 07 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dortmund to Lille

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept

Cheapest price on 07 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 07 Sept

£33

Fastest journey on 07 Sept

5 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 07 Sept

8 h 22 m

Buses on 07 Sept

5

Distance

323 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dortmund to Lille will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

On Mon 07 Sept, we found 5 buses from Dortmund to Lille, including 5 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 323 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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
    16:056h00
    Dortmund
    22:05Lille
    £241One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    3:2510h55
    Dortmund
    14:20Lille
    £271One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    14:259h55
    Dortmund
    0:20Lille
    £301One-way
    0 changes
  • Sindbad
    7:055h40
    Dortmund
    12:45Lille
    £331One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    2:259h20
    Dortmund
    11:45Lille
    £501One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Dortmund to Lille

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £84.

Distance: 323 km

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Coach
Train
Driving

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£84

Average Price

£53

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 22m

Average total duration

5h 52m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest way to travel from Dortmund to Lille is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Dortmund to Lille:

A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dortmund to Lille costing on average £84.

The fastest way to travel from Dortmund to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 3h 48m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Lille including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 36m 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 Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.

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.

Live departures

Dortmund to Lille bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Lille coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
8h05
19:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:55 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
8h35
22:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)1 change
FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus16:26 Dortmund Hbf
7h39
0:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus18:05 Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf
6h00
0:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)0 changesdirect
Monday 7 September
FlixBus2:25 Dortmund
9h20
11:45 Lille0 changesdirect
FlixBus3:25 Dortmund
10h55
14:20 Lille0 changesdirect
Sindbad7:05 Dortmund
5h40
12:45 Lille0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Sindbad as well as FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus and more offer coaches services from Dortmund to Lille.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Sindbad, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Infobus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Dortmund to Lille.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Infobus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Dortmund to Lille.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Dortmund to Lille.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Lille

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Buses from Dortmund to Lille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 323 km distance in 5h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
323 km
Average bus duration
5h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
5h 40m
First bus
0:15
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Dortmund to LilleYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Lille with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Sindbad

About
Sindbad is a leading Polish bus company specializing in international coach services across Europe. Established in 1983, it has grown to operate a fleet of over 120 modern coaches, primarily Setra brand, with an average age of under three years. Sindbad connects over 400 cities in 17 countries, including popular routes to Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the Czech Republic. The company is known for its comfortable buses, which often include amenities like Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restrooms, and entertainment systems. Sindbad also employs both a driver and a pilot on each coach to ensure smooth journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Sindbad Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Sindbad Price
£29
Sindbad frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation recommended.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require prior arrangement.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£17
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Infobus Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Infobus Price
£31
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

What's included in each class

Compare Infobus classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
7h 30m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£22
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

What's included in each class

Compare BlaBlaCar Bus classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Power plugs
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned
Standard
  • Power plugs
  • WC
  • Air-conditioned

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day

Complete guide to Lille

Things to do in Lille

Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.

  • 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.

  • Recommended

Musée de l'Hospice Comtesse

Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.

  • Recommended

LaM

Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.

Euro (€)

Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Dortmund to Lille coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dortmund to Lille can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dortmund to Lille is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Dortmund to Lille is 5h 40m to travel the 323 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Dortmund to Lille leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dortmund to Lille leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Dortmund to Lille with Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Dortmund to Lille, you can count on Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Lille. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dortmund and Lille and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Dortmund , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf . When arriving in Lille , you can end your route in coach stations like Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), Lille, Gare Europe, Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking), Tourcoing, Avenue Salvador Allende.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Lille from Dortmund is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dortmund to Lille is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dortmund and Lille including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Dortmund to Lille:
  • Infobus
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • Sindbad
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Dortmund to Lille for coach company Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Dortmund to Lille depends on the coach companies:
  • Infobus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
  • 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.
  • Sindbad
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Dortmund to Lille.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Dortmund to Lille:
  • Infobus
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • Sindbad
    • One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Dortmund to Lille:
  • Infobus
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • Sindbad
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Dortmund to Lille. The following conditions apply:
  • Infobus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets may require a separate ticket.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Sindbad
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets may require prior arrangement.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Dortmund to Lille with the following coach company: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Dortmund to Lille with the following coach company: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Dortmund to Lille with the following coach company: Sindbad, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Lille

Most Dortmund to Lille buses use the Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Lille, Gare Europe. Use this guide to compare Dortmund and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Dortmund
Arrival bus stations in Lille

Which Dortmund station do buses to Lille leave from?

Buses from Dortmund to Lille leave from Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf. The station is 1 km from Dortmund city centre at Steinstrasse 54, 44147 Dortmund, Germany.
Dortmund, ZOB am HbfSteinstrasse 54, 44147 Dortmund, GermanyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf from Dortmund city centre

Bus452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5

Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf bus station facilities and services

Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Bistro Central (0.2 km), Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.

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