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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 22 Oct
£75
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£93
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
16 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
17 h 3 m
Buses on 22 Oct
2
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Lille will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £75.
To travel from Nice to Lille you need to make at least one change.
50106 · 1563
5866 · 51470
50106 · 1563
5866 · 51470Buses from Nice to Lille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 833 km distance in 14h 30m.
Distance 833 km |
Average bus duration 16h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 2:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lille coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5866 · 51470 | 7:00 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 17h35 | 0:35 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
50106 · 1563 | 17:30 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 16h30 | 10:00 Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 change | |
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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
The most popular day trips by bus from Lille are Paris, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp and Amiens. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lille on Omio.

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
There are 41 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 204 km distance in 2h 13m.

Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:49, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 55m.

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 45m.

Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 115 km distance in 1h 36m.

Amiens is known for its vast Gothic cathedral and the hortillonnages, floating gardens that give the city a gentle waterside feel. Its compact centre, linked to Jules Verne and shaped by canals and brick streets, is easy to explore.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:45, the last at 20:58. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 1h 55m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice to Lille buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) 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 Nice and Lille bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
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.
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