- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 335 miles (540 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $199 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille costing on average $119 (€97).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 48m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $199 (€162) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $149 (€121). The journey takes 8h 48m versus 6h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 12:44AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:44AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 25h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Lille buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50892 · 1609 | 5:20 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h24 | 2:44 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 12h35 | 6:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 11h55 | 8:40 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 14h25 | 12:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
3158 · 1663 | 6:00 AM Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) | 9h10 | 3:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 335 miles (540 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 335 miles (540 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
A celebrated art and industry museum in a former Art Deco swimming pool in nearby Roubaix, popular for its distinctive setting and sculpture displays.
Major modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d’Ascq with works by Picasso, Modigliani, and notable Art Brut holdings.
The city’s most atmospheric district, filled with cobbled streets, Flemish facades, boutiques, and some of Lille’s most photogenic corners.
Lille’s central square, officially Place du Général-de-Gaulle, surrounded by monumental buildings and lively throughout the day.
Elegant square beside the opera and Vieille Bourse, a classic stop for architecture and city-center atmosphere.
A classic stew of beef slowly cooked in dark beer, typical of French Flanders and a staple in Lille brasseries.
A hearty regional dish of toasted bread covered with ham, melted cheddar and beer sauce, often topped with an egg.
A traditional Flemish terrine of chilled meats in jelly, usually served with fries, especially popular around Lille.
A well-known old-town estaminet specializing in regional Flemish dishes, local beer and a warm rustic atmosphere.
A respected restaurant by Florent Ladeyn highlighting seasonal northern French ingredients in a refined but relaxed style.
Historic tea room and pastry house renowned for Lille waffles and elegant salon service on Rue Esquermoise.
Prices are moderate for France. Casual meals and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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