- 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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Lille
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£51
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£59
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
11 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
12 h 2 m
Buses on 13 Oct
3
Distance
365 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Lille will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Fast coaches
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 3 buses from Leicester to Lille, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 12 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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.
3:2012h10Leicester15:30Lille£511One-way0 changes- 18:0511h25Leicester5:30Lille£561One-way0 changes
- 18:0012h30Leicester6:30Lille£691One-way0 changes
- 18:0511h25Leicester5:30Lille£561One-way0 changes
- 3:2012h10Leicester15:30Lille£511One-way0 changes
- 18:0012h30Leicester6:30Lille£691One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Lille
United Kingdom
France
Take a bus from Leicester to Lille and enjoy the approximately 365 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 365 km |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Live departures
Leicester to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Lille coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:40 Leicester | 12h50 | 6:30 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Leicester | 12h30 | 6:30 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:05 Leicester | 11h25 | 5:30 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| 3:20 Leicester | 12h10 | 15:30 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Complete guide to Lille
Things to do in Lille
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
- Recommended
Musée de l'Hospice Comtesse
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
- Recommended
LaM
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
- Must visit
Vieux-Lille
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
- Must visit
Place du Général-de-Gaulle
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
- Recommended
Parc de la Citadelle
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
Carbonade flamande
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
- Gluten-free
Poulet au Maroilles
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
- Vegetarian
Tarte au Maroilles
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Le Braque
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Estaminet 'T Rijsel
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Maison Méert
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
ilévia
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.00
- Day pass
- €5.20
To the city centre
Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Buy tickets before boarding when possible; the ilévia app and machines are the safest official options.
- Lille Europe and Lille Flandres are walkable from each other, so rail arrivals can often continue on foot into the centre.
FAQs: Leicester to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
The earliest coach from Leicester to Lille leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Lille leaves at 23:50.
When departing from Leicester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station . When arriving in Lille , you can end your route in coach stations like Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), located 1 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Lille including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Leicester to Lille has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Lille.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Lille.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leicester to Lille.
No, luggage for the coach from Leicester to Lille needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leicester to Lille.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Lille.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Lille.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leicester to Lille.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Lille
Most Leicester to Lille buses use the Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Leicester
Arrival bus stations in Lille
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) from Leicester city centre
BusX6 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
50 · 23m · £2 · every ~10 min
104 · 32m · £0.89 · every ~10 min
18 · 44m · every ~8 min
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
BusHop · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
Which Lille station do buses from Leicester arrive at?
Buses from Leicester to Lille arrive at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe). Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)Boulevard de Turin, 59000 Lille, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) from Lille city centre
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
BusL5, N1 · 8m · £2 · every ~20 min
L5, N1 · 10m · £2 · every ~20 min
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) bus station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Elevators, ramps.
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