Find coaches from Lille to Cologne

Next departures

Next departures from Lille to Cologne on 21 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lille
Cologne/Bonn AirportCheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lille
Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags
BlaBlaCar Bus
Lille
Cologne/Bonn AirportNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lille to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$17 - US$129Average duration5h 50m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$123 - US$174Average duration2h 48m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$24 - US$50Average duration3h 20m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Lille to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 20mAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lille to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$26
Average bus trip duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance178 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Lille to Cologne Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Lille to Cologne is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

Bus service from Lille to Cologne will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Cologne from Lille, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lille - Cologne

  1. What's the distance between Lille and Cologne by coach?

    The journey from Lille to Cologne by coach covers an approximate distance of 171 miles (276 km).

  2. How can I get from Lille to Cologne without driving?

    The best way to go from Lille to Cologne without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/09
US$39
19/09
US$25
Today
US$28
21/09
US$19
22/09
US$25
23/09
US$21
24/09
US$21
25/09
US$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lille to Cologne was searched and found on 25 Sept 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$49 for a bus ticket from Lille to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-09-25.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Lille to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Lille to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lille to Cologne.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Lille to Cologne.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lille to Cologne?

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