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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
£24
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Düsseldorf to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Lille will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 7 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Lille every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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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50449Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 269 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Lille coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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50429 | 10:40 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h45 | 17:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h35 | 19:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h20 | 21:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 4h20 | 0:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50449 | 21:45 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 6h10 | 3:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 7h10 | 12:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 5h00 | 12:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Lille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lille buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf 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 Düsseldorf and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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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