- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Lille will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 8 buses that leave Rotterdam for Lille on Sat, Jul 11, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
83133
FlixBus
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1612
1662
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 Rotterdam to Lille:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Lille costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 26m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Lille buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1612 | 11:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h30 | 2:55 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h55 | 3:25 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:25 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h55 | 4:20 AM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 4h40 | 2:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1662 | 11:25 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h15 | 2:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
83133 | 2:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 4h55 | 6:55 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 4h00 | 8:50 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 3h05 | 10:30 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rotterdam to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
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Major modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, valued for its sculpture park and strong avant-garde collection.
The city’s most charming historic quarter, filled with Flemish façades, boutiques, and atmospheric streets ideal for wandering.
Lille’s central square and natural starting point, surrounded by landmark architecture and lively urban activity.
Elegant square facing the opera house and Vieille Bourse, popular for classic city views and photography.
A classic stew of beef slowly braised in dark regional beer, often slightly sweet-sour and usually served with fries. It is one of the signature dishes of French Flanders around Lille.
A hearty northern specialty of bread topped with ham, covered in melted cheddar with beer and mustard, then baked and often served with fries. It is especially associated with Lille brasseries.
A traditional Flemish terrine of different meats set in jelly and typically served cold with fries. It is a regional specialty widely found in Lille and nearby towns.
A respected modern Flemish restaurant highlighting northern French ingredients with creative seasonal cooking. Stylish but relaxed, and one of Lille’s standout dining addresses.
Lille’s historic tea room and pastry house, celebrated for its iconic filled waffles and elegant Belle Époque atmosphere. Ideal for breakfast, tea, or dessert.
A well-known Old Lille restaurant specializing in mussels, fries, and other northern classics. Casual, busy, and popular for a classic local meal.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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