4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Essen to Lille
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Essen to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Lille will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 10 buses that leave Essen 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 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Essen to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Essen to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 37m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Lille coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h45 | 15:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:50 Essen Hbf | 8h30 | 20:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h40 | 18:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 8h25 | 02:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| 50449 | 20:00 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 6h55 | 02:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:05 Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) | 9h05 | 13:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Essen to Lille
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Buses from Essen to Lille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Essen to LilleYou can travel by bus between Essen to Lille with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Essen to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Lille
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
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