The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ghent to Lille
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ghent to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Lille will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ghent for Lille every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.
FlixBus20:450h55Gent, Ghent21:40Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:551h40Gent, Ghent13:35Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:151h40Gent, Ghent14:55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:450h55Gent, Ghent21:40Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:151h40Gent, Ghent14:55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:551h40Gent, Ghent13:35Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ghent to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 65 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Lille coaches for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:55 Gent, Ghent | 1h40 | 13:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Gent, Ghent | 1h40 | 14:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
1682 | 14:35 Gent, Ghent | 1h05 | 15:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Gent, Ghent | 1h35 | 20:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Gent, Ghent | 0h55 | 21:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Gent, Ghent | 0h55 | 22:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ghent to Lille by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Ghent to Lille.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Ghent to Lille.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Ghent to Lille.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ghent to Lille
Buses from Ghent to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 55m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus from Ghent to LilleYou can travel by bus between Ghent to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ghent to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Lille
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Express (in the station)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: 2 Train: TGV, TER
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