- Must visit
Cité de l'Espace
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 57 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Toulouse will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 10 buses that leave Lille for Toulouse on Fri, Jul 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 791 km distance in an average of 12 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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.
1658 · 53925
1682 · 3133
54049 · 3127
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
53635
FlixBus
1682 · 3133
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lille to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 491 miles (791 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price | $169 Average price | $250 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Toulouse:
A bus is $100 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Toulouse costing on average $169 (€138).
A bus is $139 (€114) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lille to Toulouse costing on average $209 (€171).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 14m.
Bus takes on average 12h 2m.
Tickets start at around $69 (€57) compared to roughly $250 (€205) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $181 (€148). The journey takes 12h 2m versus 9h 20m 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 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Toulouse buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 13h25 | 7:35 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
1658 · 53925 | 6:30 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 14h55 | 9:25 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 13h30 | 9:20 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 12h35 | 12:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
53635 | 7:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 12h20 | 7:40 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 13h15 | 9:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
54049 · 3127 | 8:30 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 15h10 | 11:40 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
3275 · 51028 | 10:10 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h35 | 2:45 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 16h40 | 6:40 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
1682 · 3133 | 4:00 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 13h10 | 5:10 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lille to Toulouse run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 491 miles (791 km) distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 491 miles (791 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
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Toulouse's grand central square, framed by arcades and the Capitole. The city's main meeting point and top orientation stop.
Canal du Midi promenade shaded by plane trees, ideal for walking or cycling away from busy city streets.
Lively square lined with terraces and animated by local life, just beside Saint-Sernin and the historic center.
Slow-cooked white bean stew with Toulouse sausage, duck confit, and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish and a major symbol of southwestern cuisine.
Fresh pork sausage seasoned simply and traditionally grilled or cooked in cassoulet. It is one of Toulouse’s best-known charcuterie specialties.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat. Common across the southwest, it is a classic bistro staple often served with potatoes or beans.
Michelin-starred dining focused on refined regional ingredients and modern French technique in an intimate, polished setting.
Long-established institution specializing in cassoulet and regional southwest dishes. Traditional, busy, and popular with locals and visitors alike.
Classic Toulouse address serving generous southwest fare, especially duck and cassoulet, in a warm and traditional dining room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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