Bus from Lille to Madrid: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lille to Madrid on 20 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Lille
    Estación SurCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:31 PM CET.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from Lille to Madrid

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 981, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    16hAverage duration
    1251 kmDistance
    53kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 729 - R 5 485Average duration20h 50m
    31kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 1 981 - R 3 551Average duration16h
    53kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lille to Madrid by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Lille to Madrid start at R 729. The average price for this route is around R 1 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Lille to Madrid?

      The average bus journey time from Lille to Madrid is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 1254 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lille to Madrid?

      The earliest bus departs from Lille to Madrid at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.

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

      A bus trip from Lille to Madrid produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

      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 11357 reviews.

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

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

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lille to Madrid?

      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 Lille to Madrid?

      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
    17/01
    R 1 606
    18/01
    R 2 304
    Today
    R 1 582
    20/01
    R 1 422
    21/01
    R 826
    22/01
    R 1 144
    23/01
    R 845
    24/01
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lille to Madrid was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 826

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

    You can expect to pay from R 826 to R 2 304 for a bus ticket from Lille to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 826, which is on 2026-01-21.

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

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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