- Must visit
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
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Maidstone to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidstone to Lille will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
Of the 1 buses that leave Maidstone for Lille 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 191 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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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0Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £163.
Distance: 191 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £163 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Maidstone to Lille coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 Maidstone | 4h15 | 11:15 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Maidstone to Lille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 13:45. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 13:45 |
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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 Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Lille buses use the Maidstone to Lille, Gare Europe station pair. Use this guide to compare Maidstone and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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