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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 on 02 Sept
£71
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£108
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
20 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
20 h 41 m
Buses on 02 Sept
42
Distance
1251 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lille will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Madrid to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.3 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £311.
Distance: 1251 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£64 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £311 Average Price |
19h 37m Average total duration 19h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lille coaches for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 21h10 | 12:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 23h40 | 15:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 21h30 | 13:25 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h55 | 15:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3162 · 1663 | 18:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h35 | 15:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3162 · 50285 | 18:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h35 | 15:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h15 | 18:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h50 | 18:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3187 · 50470 | 20:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 27h40 | 0:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
3160 · 51803 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 23h25 | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 23h20 | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 23h00 | 21:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 26h10 | 1:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 25h46 | 1:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
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Supra Economy+ 95920 · 50448 | 2:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 23h35 | 1:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
Supra Economy+ 95920 · 50448 | 2:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 23h20 | 1:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Madrid to Lille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 19h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1251 km distance in 20h 15m.
Distance 1251 km |
Average bus duration 19h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 20h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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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.
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Gare Lille Europe -> Lille Flandres, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid to Lille buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) station pair, with some services arriving at Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking). Use this guide to compare Madrid and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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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