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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 on 21 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
16 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
16 h 15 m
Buses on 21 Sept
1
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Göttingen to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Lille will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 1 buses from Göttingen to Lille, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 16 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 15 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Göttingen to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 490 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Göttingen to Lille:
A train is £28 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Göttingen to Lille costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 4m.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £40. The journey takes 13h 4m versus 6h 49m 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.
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.
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Buses from Göttingen to Lille run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 490 km distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 490 km |
Average bus duration 13h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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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 Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Lille buses use the Göttingen, ZOB to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Göttingen, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen, ZOB.
Available at Göttingen, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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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