The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nantes to Lille
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nantes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lille will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 14 buses that leave Nantes for Lille every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 508 km distance in an average of 9 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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.
87086 · 168317:009h10Nantes, Route de Paris2:10Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£171One-way1 change
50928 · 156323:5510h05Nantes, Route de Paris10:00Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£191One-way1 change
88194 · 5129711:5011h40Nantes, Route de Paris23:30Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£191One-way1 change
50810 · 515599:4510h00Nantes, Route de Paris19:45Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£251One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus3:3013h25Nantes16:55Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking)£311One-way1 change
FlixBus21:258h30Nantes5:55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£401One-way0 changes
87086 · 168317:009h10Nantes, Route de Paris2:10Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£171One-way1 change
4031 · 502855:309h25Nantes, Route de Paris14:55Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£511One-way1 change
undefined · undefined5:309h25Nantes, Gare Nord14:55Lille, Gare Europe£541One-way1 change
50810 · 515599:4510h00Nantes, Route de Paris19:45Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nantes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 508 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lille coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Nantes | 10h50 | 12:20 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Nantes | 13h25 | 14:55 Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) | 1 change | |
undefined · undefined | 3:30 Nantes, Gare Nord | 9h25 | 12:55 Lille, Gare Europe | 1 change | |
4031 · 50285 | 3:30 Nantes, Route de Paris | 9h25 | 12:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:30 Nantes | 10h30 | 17:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
51525 | 6:40 Nantes, Route de Paris | 10h10 | 16:50 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50810 · 51559 | 7:45 Nantes, Route de Paris | 10h00 | 17:45 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 Nantes | 10h10 | 17:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Nantes | 10h20 | 19:05 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
88194 · 51297 | 9:50 Nantes, Route de Paris | 11h40 | 21:30 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 Nantes | 10h00 | 21:40 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
87086 · 1683 | 15:00 Nantes, Route de Paris | 9h10 | 0:10 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:25 Nantes | 8h30 | 3:55 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 changesdirect | |
50928 · 1563 | 21:55 Nantes, Route de Paris | 10h05 | 8:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Lille.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nantes to Lille.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Nantes to Lille.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nantes to Lille
Buses from Nantes to Lille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 508 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 508 km |
Average bus duration 7h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Nantes to LilleYou can travel by bus between Nantes to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nantes to Lille coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nantes and Lille
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, 11, 12 Tram: 1
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Express (in the station)
- Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 18, 50 Metro: 2 Train: TGV, TER
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