- 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
$80
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
22 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h
Buses per day
5
Distance
898 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Lille will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 5 buses that leave Venice for Lille on Tue, Jun 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 898 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 35 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 40 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $37, and a bus costs an average of $51.
Distance: 557 miles (898 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 7m Average total duration 19h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Lille:
A flight is $44 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Lille costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 37m.
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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 12:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 28h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 21h15 | 12:05 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 20h55 | 12:05 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 47h35 | 4:55 PM Fretin, Aéroport de Lille-Lesquin (Service Parking) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 21h45 | 3:35 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 21h25 | 3:35 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 24h40 | 9:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 24h20 | 9:40 PM Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
![]() | 7:45 AM Venice | 22h45 | 6:30 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Venice | 22h35 | 7:30 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Venice to Lille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 19h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 557 miles (898 km) distance in 20h 15m.
Distance 557 miles (898 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 20h 15m |
First bus 12:50 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Lille by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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