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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Lille | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Lille | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:18 PM CET.
Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lille
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lille. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lille?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Lille
- A
Lille - Boulevard de Turin
Bus station, Boulevard de Turin, 59800 Lille, France - B
1 Place Saint-Hubert
1 Place Saint-Hubert, 59800 Lille, France - CLille, 59777 Lille, France
- D
253 Boulevard de Leeds
253 Boulevard de Leeds, 59800 Lille, France
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Lille?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Lille start from $17. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Lille?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Lille is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 178 miles (286 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Lille?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Lille at 3:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Lille?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Lille?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lille was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $16To 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 $16 to $41 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 $16 which is on 2026-01-13.
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.
