The cheapest and fastest buses from Caen to Lille
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Caen to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Lille will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Caen for Lille on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Caen to Lille
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Caen to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Caen to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Lille buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 7h05 | 1:20 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 7h30 | 3:15 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 8h40 | 6:10 PM Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Caen, Gare Routière | 7h45 | 5:15 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 5h35 | 6:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50525 | 12:40 PM Caen, Pl. de la Gare | 5h30 | 6:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Caen, Gare Routière | 7h10 | 12:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Caen to Lille
Buses from Caen to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:21, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 293 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 02:21 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Caen to LilleYou can travel by bus between Caen to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Caen to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Lille by bus. 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 bus, 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 Caen, Gare Routière, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Caen to Lille
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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