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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Lille
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Lille will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 7 buses that leave Cologne for Lille on Fri, Dec 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
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Compare train and bus for Cologne to Lille
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 276 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Lille buses for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 7h45 | 10:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h25 | 1:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50449 | 10:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 4h55 | 2:55 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| FlixBus | 4:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h00 | 10:10 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6010 | 8:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 6h05 | 2:30 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50429 | 10:55 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 5h30 | 4:25 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 6h00 | 5:20 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Lille
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Buses from Cologne to Lille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 276 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 276 km |
Average bus duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Cologne to LilleYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Lille with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.
When departing from Cologne, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB. When arriving in Lille, you can end your trip in coach stations like Lille, Gare Europe, Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and Lille, Boulevard Victor Hugo (Total Access).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lille, Gare Europe, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Lille
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Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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