The cheapest and fastest buses from Rennes to Lille
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Lille will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rennes for Lille on Wed, Mar 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct buses cover the 443 km distance in an average of 10 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest buses will take 14 h 20 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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Compare train and bus for Rennes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 443 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Rennes to Lille bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Lille buses for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Rennes, Gare Routière | 11h15 | 5:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, March 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 10h45 | 5:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
50918 | 8:15 AM Rennes, Gare Routière | 8h05 | 4:20 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rennes to Lille by train or bus
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Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Rennes to Lille.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Rennes to Lille.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rennes to Lille.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rennes to Lille
Buses from Rennes to Lille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 443 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 443 km |
Average bus duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Rennes to LilleYou can travel by bus between Rennes to Lille with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, 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: Bus from Rennes to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rennes to Lille
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- Crêperie La Gavotte (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C1, C2, 11, 12 Metro: A Train: TER, TGV
- 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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