The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lille to Lyon
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lille to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Lyon will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 17 buses that leave Lille for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 559 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 48 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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1612 · 58073
1658 · 5807
51049 · 5131

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Compare train and coach for Lille to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 559 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lille to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Lyon coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1612 · 58073 | 02:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h40 | 12:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h45 | 13:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
50449 · 94765 | 03:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h30 | 13:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h50 | 14:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h40 | 17:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
51049 · 5131 | 07:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h15 | 17:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h20 | 22:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
50802 · 50107 | 12:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h40 | 23:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h50 | 22:50 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h40 | 00:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 10h35 | 02:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
1658 · 5807 | 17:42 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 9h48 | 03:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 8h55 | 03:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 8h50 | 05:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 12h30 | 11:20 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Lyon
Buses from Lille to Lyon run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 559 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 559 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lille to LyonYou can travel by bus between Lille to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lille to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Lyon
- 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
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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