The cheapest and fastest buses from Lille to Dunkirk
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
32 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Dunkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Dunkirk will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 8 buses that leave Lille for Dunkirk on Fri, Dec 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest buses will take 40 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lille to Dunkirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 65 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Lille to Dunkirk bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Dunkirk buses for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1h05 | 9:15 PM Dunkerque, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50803 | 9:05 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1h10 | 10:15 PM Dunkerque, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lille to Dunkirk
Buses from Lille to Dunkirk run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 65 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar from Lille to DunkirkYou can travel by bus between Lille to Dunkirk with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lille to Dunkirk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lille, Gare Europe, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dunkirk, Dunkerque Port (DFDS Ferry), located 8.2 miles (13.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lille to Dunkirk
- 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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