- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 45 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Milan will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Milan without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $120.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $264 Average price | $412 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 17m Average total duration 15h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Milan:
A bus is $185 (€149) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Milan costing on average $264 (€213).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 47m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 07:23AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 14h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator SNCF | TGV Lyria | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 13h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $336 |
Operator SNCF | TGV INOUI | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 12h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Milan buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 20h00 | 11:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
50449 · 94765 | 4:05 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 17h20 | 9:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 19h00 | 6:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
50917 · 57201 | 11:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 18h15 | 5:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
52502 · 94763 | 12:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 18h10 | 6:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 18h20 | 8:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 21h15 | 11:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
1682 · 94781 | 4:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h00 | 8:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 28h15 | 8:55 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 23h35 | 4:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
50918 · 4740 | 5:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 15h35 | 9:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
50576 · 5709 | 7:35 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h55 | 12:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 17h30 | 1:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 20h30 | 6:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h30 | 2:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 19h15 | 7:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lille to Milan run on average 18 times per day, taking around 15h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 15h 35m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 15h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
One of Italy’s leading art museums, known for masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Mantegna in the elegant Brera district.
A major museum of 20th-century Italian art facing Piazza del Duomo, with strong Futurist holdings and striking city views.
A contemporary museum focused on world cultures and major temporary exhibitions, popular for its modern architecture and changing shows.
Milan’s canal district, best known for waterside walks, photogenic bridges, and lively atmosphere day and night.
A charming historic neighborhood of narrow streets, galleries, boutiques, and classic Milan character, ideal for wandering.
Milan’s main square and the symbolic heart of the city, surrounded by major landmarks and constant urban energy.
Creamy saffron risotto, one of Milan's signature dishes, prized for its rich flavor and golden color.
Braised veal shank cooked slowly until tender, traditionally served with gremolata and often paired with risotto.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter, a classic Milanese specialty and one of the city's most famous dishes.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant offering creative haute cuisine with an elegant, Michelin-starred reputation.
Famous central bakery known for panzerotti, a beloved casual stop near the Duomo with constant local appeal.
Modern Milanese restaurant known for refined Lombard classics in a stylish contemporary setting.
Milan is pricier than most Italian cities, especially for hotels, central dining, and aperitivo areas.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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