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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with important works by Klee, Picasso and the postwar avant-garde; one of the city’s core cultural highlights.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Düsseldorf will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lille for Düsseldorf on Sun, May 31, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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50458Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $101 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Düsseldorf costing on average $143 (€115).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 5h 4m versus 3h 41m 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 Bus, FlixBus, 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 12:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Düsseldorf buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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50428 | 12:25 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 6h30 | 6:55 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 5h00 | 9:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
50448 | 1:45 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 6h00 | 7:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 4h30 | 8:50 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
50458 | 11:50 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 6h15 | 6:05 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lille to Düsseldorf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Major modern art museum with important works by Klee, Picasso and the postwar avant-garde; one of the city’s core cultural highlights.
Leading fine arts museum covering painting, sculpture, decorative arts and glass, with broad collections from old masters to modern art.
Contemporary art branch in the Ständehaus, known for large-scale installations and the striking glass-domed architecture.
The historic old town is packed with lanes, squares and heritage buildings, making it the essential area for first-time visitors on foot.
Düsseldorf’s famous boulevard lined with luxury shops, trees and canal views; a classic walking route and one of the city’s best-known scenes.
Popular riverside promenade ideal for strolling, skyline views and sunset photos, linking the old town with the MedienHafen area.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, copper-brown and pleasantly bitter. It is the city’s most iconic drink and traditionally served in small glasses in the Altstadt.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, usually beef marinated for days in a sweet-sour sauce often enriched with raisins or beet syrup. It is one of the region’s best-known celebratory dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of black pudding served with mashed potatoes and apple sauce; the name means 'Heaven and Earth' for apples from trees and potatoes from the ground.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Kaiserswerth with a long reputation for refined French-influenced cuisine and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving classic Altbier and robust local cooking in a long-established, convivial beer-hall atmosphere.
Historic Altstadt brewpub famous for fresh Altbier and classic Düsseldorf fare such as Halve Hahn and hearty Rhineland dishes. Lively, traditional, and atmospheric.
Moderate for Germany. Mid-range hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but local transit and casual meals are reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares and tip small amounts at cafés only if service was good.
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