Bus from Cologne to Lille: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Lille on December 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		LilleCheapest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		LilleFastest
      BlaBlaCar BusBus
        		Cologne/Bonn Airport
        		LilleNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:45 AM CET.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lille

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lille. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        3h 20mAverage Duration
        276 kmDistance
        12kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$24 - $149Average Duration5h 50m
        7kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$179 - $303Average Duration4h 7m
        7kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$26 - $51Average Duration3h 20m
        12kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Lille by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Lille?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Lille start from $24. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Lille?

          The average bus travel time from Cologne to Lille is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 286 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

        3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Lille route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Lille?

          The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Lille at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Lille?

          A bus trip from Cologne to Lille generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Lille?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Lille?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Lille?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Lille?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        12-25
        $77
        12-26
        $65
        Today
        $72
        12-28
        $60
        12-29
        $58
        12-30
        $43
        12-31
        $51
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Lille was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $43

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Lille, as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from $43 to $151 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Lille based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-30.

        Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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