4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Metz to Lille
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Metz to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Lille will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 16 buses that leave Metz for Lille every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 279 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
4739 · 50917
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Metz to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Metz to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 279 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Metz to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Lille coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Metz, Gare routière | 8h20 | 05:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:40 Metz, Gare routière | 7h25 | 09:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:20 Metz, Gare routière | 8h40 | 11:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| 30513 · 3274 | 03:35 Metz, Gare routière | 8h15 | 11:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Metz, Gare routière | 9h20 | 13:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| 4739 · 50917 | 04:00 Metz, Gare routière | 5h55 | 09:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:30 Metz, Gare routière | 8h35 | 16:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Metz, Gare routière | 9h10 | 18:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:50 Metz, Gare routière | 8h20 | 17:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Metz, Gare routière | 10h35 | 21:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:20 Metz, Gare routière | 8h45 | 23:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Metz to Lille
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Buses from Metz to Lille run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 279 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 279 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Metz to LilleYou can travel by bus between Metz to Lille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Metz to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Metz, Gare routière, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe), located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Metz and Lille
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- La Table de Pol (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 4, 5, 11 Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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