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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
£44
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lille will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Lille 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 243 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 50 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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1254 · 50428Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 ferry costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 243 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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£54 Average Price | £193 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Lille coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h30 | 16:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h45 | 4:15 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h00 | 7:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
1254 · 1659 | 22:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 13h00 | 12:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
1254 · 3274 | 22:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 12h55 | 12:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
0 | 7:00 London | 6h15 | 13:15 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £26 by ferry.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 243 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 243 km |
Average bus duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
Taking the bus from London to Lille is a relaxing and cost-effective way of making the journey. All routes are direct and include a crossing of the English Channel either by ferry or Eurotunnel train. The overall journey time varies from five hours 45 minutes to approximately 6.5 hours with departures starting in the early morning. There are then up to six further coaches until the last departure which is mid-evening. The route is operated mainly by BlaBlaBus or FlixBus while Union Ivkoni International has one departure on some days of the week. All buses leave from London Victoria Coach Station and routes terminate at Lille Gare Europe.
The bus from London to Lille takes from just under six hours to around 6.5 hours. Routes are direct but include a crossing of the English Channel either through the Eurotunnel or by ferry.
There are up to six daily departures of buses from London to Lille. These are spread throughout the day from early morning until mid-evening.
Departure bus station: The bus from London to Lille starts its journey at London Victoria Coach Station which is located approximately half a mile from London Victoria Train Station. They are both within walking distance of many city attractions and hotels. Both stations are part of Transport for London's extensive network of local buses, regional and local trains and Underground services. Among the facilities at London Victoria Coach Station are car parking, a taxi rank, car hire desks, tourist information, a ticket office and automatic ticket machines, luggage storage services, toilets and showers, waiting areas and ATMs. There is also a range of cafes and kiosk shops. Further shops, cafes and services can be found at the train station or in the surrounding streets. Accessible toilets are available at the coach station and all areas have step-free access via lifts.
Arrival bus station: Bus routes from London to Lille terminate at Lille Gare Europe. This large and busy station is centrally located in Lille and within an easy walk of many of the city's tourist attractions. It is also part of Lille's transport network of local buses, local trains and Metro services. Facilities at Lille Gare Europe include car parking, a taxi rank, car hire desks, a ticket office and automatic ticket machines, left luggage storage, ATMs, wifi and a good choice of shops and places to eat and drink including an Irish pub. Lille Gare Europe is fully adapted for passengers with limited mobility and has accessible toilets, step-free access to all areas via lifts and escalators. Ramps and extra assistance are available on request.
Bus routes from London to Lille are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Union Ivkoni International.
The international transport provider FlixBus operates at least three daily buses from London to Lille. The first departure is in the morning and the last bus leaves mid-evening. Journey times range from five hours 45 minute to 6.5 hours.
BlaBlaBus (formerly known as Ouibus) operates numerous coach routes across Europe. There are one or two daily BlaBlaBus departures from London to Lille with a journey time of approximately 6.5 hours. On days with two departures, these are early morning and late at night. Where there is only one departure a day, this is late at night.
Union Ivkoni International is a Bulgarian transport provider which operates one bus from London to Lille on some days of the week. This takes approximately six hours. It leaves late at night and arrives early the following morning.
All three providers have a modern fleet of coaches with comfortable seating and generous legroom. Only standard tickets are available although seat reservations can be made in advance. There is ample room in the hold for suitcases while smaller luggage can be stored in overhead luggage racks or under seats. All three providers allow the carriage of foldable bicycles in the hold. There is a charge for this and the service must be booked in advance. While Union Ivkoni International and BlaBlaBus allow certified service animals onboard, no animals are permitted on FlixBus routes. Facilities on FlixBus and BlaBlaBus coaches include toilets, wifi and power sockets. None of these facilities is available on the Union Ivkoni International service although more frequent comfort stops are made. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored in holds and where possible further assistance is offered to passengers with limited mobility.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Lille buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Lille, Gare Europe. Use this guide to compare London and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: 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.
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.
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