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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Montpellier to Lille
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
15 h 10 m
Average duration
19 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
783 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Montpellier to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Lille will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Montpellier to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Montpellier to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 783 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£64 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price | £122 Average Price |
14h 33m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Lille coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 18h35 | 05:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 17h00 | 05:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| 3158 · 50918 | 01:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 15h10 | 16:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montpellier to Lille
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Buses from Montpellier to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 783 km distance in 13h 14m.
Distance 783 km |
Average bus duration 14h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 13h 14m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Montpellier to LilleYou can travel by bus between Montpellier to Lille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Montpellier to Lille: Journey Details
Lille and Montpellier are located in almost opposite regions of France, with Lille in the north and Montpellier in the south. While both cities are popular and travelled to frequently, there are no direct buses from Montpellier to Lille, and passengers need to travel via Paris and the Paris Gallieni Bus Station. The major provider for this journey is Eurolines, offering a morning departure from Montpellier to Paris, which then connects to another Eurolines coach leaving Paris late in the evening. The first stage of the journey takes around 10 hours, while the Paris to Lille route is approximately 3 hours.
Return buses from Lille to Montpellier are also available.
Taking the Bus from Montpellier
Montpellier Les Sabines Bus Station is on Line 2 of the tramway and an easy walk from the city centre. An efficient bus and tram system covers the centre of Montpellier and the surrounding areas, making connections by pubic transit possible throughout the day. In the evenings, the city has a regular night bus service called L'Amigo and taxis are available around the city for drop-off at Les Sabines.
Getting into Lille by Bus
Lille is a large university town located very close to the border between France and Belgium. Once a centre for heavy industry, much of it has been restored and rejuvenated and it is now a popular tourist destination with excellent museums and a lively nightlife, including a monthly Reggae event called the Chalice Sound System. Lille is also well known for La Braderie, an annual street market held in September. People from all over Europe come here to shop for antiques and dine on mussels and French fries. Gare Lille Europe is centrally located in the Place Francois Mitterrand and is served by two Metro lines and several bus routes, which link it to the city centre and surrounding villages. There are also two tramlines in Lille, as well as a local cable train service running to nearby towns, such as Roubaix and Tourcoing. The city's night bus network is called the Clair de Lune and a taxi rank is situated at the entrance to the bus station.
FAQs: Montpellier to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Montpellier and Lille
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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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