The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lille to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lille to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Cardiff will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lille for Cardiff every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lille to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £246.
Distance: 446 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£61 Average Price Cheapest | £246 Average Price |
11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lille to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 29 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:15 Lille | 13h35 | 23:50 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Cardiff
Buses from Lille to Cardiff run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 446 km distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 446 km |
Average bus duration 11h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lille to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Lille to Cardiff with FlixBus for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lille to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Cardiff
- 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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