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Hergé Museum
Hergé Museum celebrates the creator of Tintin with inventive design, original artwork, and broad appeal beyond comics fans.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Calais to Lille among Omio's users.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$22 Average price (fuel + tolls) | ||
2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) | ||
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
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Take a bus from Calais to Lille and enjoy the approximately 130 miles (210 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 16:25.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 4:25 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Hergé Museum celebrates the creator of Tintin with inventive design, original artwork, and broad appeal beyond comics fans.
Museum of Fine Arts in Tournai presents major painting and sculpture collections in a striking Victor Horta building.
BAM in Mons hosts ambitious fine art and temporary exhibitions, mixing major names with strong regional context.
Grand-Place of Tournai is a lively historic square framed by guildhouses, terraces, and major civic landmarks.
Mont des Arts is a formal urban terrace with gardens and one of Belgium's classic skyline viewpoints.
Citadel of Namur offers green walking routes, dramatic river views, and one of Wallonia's best hilltop settings.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and beer stew, a regional classic prized for its sweet-savoury sauce and deep flavour from local brown ale.
Moules-frites pairs mussels with fries, a beloved staple across Belgian Flanders, especially popular for sharing in lively brasseries.
Waterzooi is a creamy stew of fish or chicken with vegetables, associated with Flemish cooking and valued for its comforting, home-style character.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with seasonal French cuisine, elegant presentation, and an intimate fine-dining atmosphere.
Traditional estaminet-style venue serving Flemish and northern dishes in a warm, rustic setting near central Lille.
Well-known brasserie with a classic Belle Époque feel, popular for seafood, regional specialties, and polished service.
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but transit is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is appreciated.
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