- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
56
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lille to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Paris will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 56 buses that leave Lille for Paris every day 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
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3275Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 204 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Paris coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 9:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h10 | 10:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
53635 | 7:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h55 | 10:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h50 | 10:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h35 | 10:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
51800 | 8:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h25 | 11:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 11:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 4h00 | 12:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
54049 | 8:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 11:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 11:55 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 13:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
50471 | 10:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h45 | 12:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h40 | 13:00 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 14:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
50917 | 11:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 14:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
52502 | 12:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 15:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h35 | 15:35 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 16:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
51802 | 13:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h50 | 16:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h45 | 16:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 17:15 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 17:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
51122 | 14:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h10 | 17:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h20 | 18:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
1662 | 15:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h10 | 18:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 18:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
51296 | 15:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h30 | 19:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 19:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
1682 | 16:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 19:05 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
50508 | 16:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h20 | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 19:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 20:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
50429 | 17:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h35 | 21:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h50 | 21:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
1658 | 18:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h50 | 21:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h30 | 22:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
83133 | 19:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 22:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
50576 | 19:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 22:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 22:55 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h59 | 23:59 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
1666 | 21:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h45 | 23:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 0:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h35 | 1:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 2:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h15 | 3:05 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
1610 | 2:21 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h13 | 5:34 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2h45 | 5:45 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
1612 | 3:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h10 | 6:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h05 | 6:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h00 | 6:55 Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 changesdirect | |
50449 | 4:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h35 | 7:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 3h30 | 8:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lille to Paris run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 204 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 204 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Place de la Bastille, Paris
The journey from Lille to Paris is a popular one for bus travel in France. Buses from Lille to Paris, operated by iDBus, run throughout the week and do so with several departures each day starting in the early morning and ending in the evening. The direct route takes approximately 3 hours, with iDBus facilities including toilet facilities, Wi-Fi and EU electrical outlets.
Return buses from Paris to Lille are also available.
Buses depart from the Lille Europe Station, which is centrally located in the Place Francois Mitterrand. Lille Station is both a bus and railway station, with two Metro lines and several bus routes connecting it with the city centre and suburbs. Lille also has two tramlines and a local cable train service which runs from the city to the nearby towns of Roubaix and Tourcoing. In the evenings and overnight, a network of night buses, known as Clair de Lune, and taxis are available for late connections to the bus station.
Paris is one of the most beautiful and romantic of European cities, with many iconic monuments such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, as well as world-class museums like the Louvre, the Pompidou Centre and the Musee d'Orsay. Paris also has a reputation for its night-life, including the vibrant Moulin Rouge and its many Michelin star restaurants. iDBus buses arrive at the Gare Paris Bercy, or Paris Bercy Station, which is just a short walk from the River Seine and the city centre. The best way to explore Paris is on foot, but it has an excellent Metro system with 16 lines, covering all parts of the city and suburbs. A Metro stop connects the bus station to the rest of the network at stop, Bercy. Paris buses are very tourist-friendly and allow visitors to see more of the city than the Metro. For late night travel within the city, night buses, or Noctiliens, run throughout the night and taxi ranks are available at Gare Paris Bercy.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille to Paris buses use the Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Paris, Porte Maillot. Use this guide to compare Lille and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Lille, Gare Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Gare 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 Express (in the station), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Gare Europe.
Available at Lille, Gare Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Gare Europe: Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Pont de Levallois is 6 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Pont de Levallois has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Paris, Pont de Levallois. ATMs are available at Paris, Pont de Levallois.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Pont de Levallois.
Available at Paris, Pont de Levallois: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Pont de Levallois: The station is accessible for disabled individuals.
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