- 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.
Cheapest price on 17 Oct
£6
Average ticket price on 17 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 17 Oct
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Oct
1 h 10 m
Buses on 17 Oct
2
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dunkirk to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Lille will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Sat 17 Oct, we found 2 buses from Dunkirk to Lille, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
50802
51800
51800
50802Buses from Dunkirk to Lille run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Lille coaches for today, Friday 16 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Dunkirk | 0h20 | 21:30 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:50 Dunkirk | 0h50 | 22:40 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 17 October | |||||
51800 | 6:15 Dunkerque, Gare routière | 1h10 | 7:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50802 | 11:50 Dunkerque, Gare routière | 1h10 | 13:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lille buses use the Dunkerque, Gare routière to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair. Use this guide to compare Dunkirk and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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