How to travel from Le Mans to Lille

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Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a train costs an average of $117.

Distance: 223 miles (359 km)

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Driving

$117

Average price

$49

Average price

Cheapest

$135

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 32m

Average total duration

6h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Lille is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Lille:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Lille costing on average $75.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 3h 38m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Le Mans and Lille including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Le Mans to Lille among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 40m faster (3h 8m by train vs 4h 48m by car) and roughly $59 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($75 vs $135). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Le Mans to Lille

How to get from Le Mans to Lille by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Le Mans to Lille is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus88082 · 50579
    12:50 PM8h35
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    9:25 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus88082 · 50579
    12:50 PM8h35
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    9:25 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5288
    4:57 PM2h43
    Le Mans station
    7:40 PMLille-Europe
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5280
    1:01 PM2h53
    Le Mans station
    3:54 PMLille-Europe
    $551One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8874 · 7053
    2:26 PM3h22
    Le Mans station
    5:48 PMLille Flandres
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12476 · 7297+TER857485
    6:14 PM5h03
    Le Mans station
    11:17 PMLille Flandres
    $941One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus88094 · 51297
    2:20 PM9h10
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    11:30 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus87086 · 1683
    7:30 PM6h40
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    2:10 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus52197 · 50448
    5:20 PM8h15
    Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    1:35 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Le Mans to Lille

Travel to Lille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Le Mans to Lille.

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There are 2 options to travel between Le Mans and Lille including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Le Mans to Lille is a bus with an average price of $28.

This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Lille:

A bus is $47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Lille costing on average $75.

The fastest way to travel from Le Mans to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 3h 38m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 36m.

The distance from Le Mans to Lille is approximately 223 miles (359 km).
The average frequency per day from Le Mans to Lille is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Le Mans and Lille as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Le Mans to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from Le Mans station and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Le Mans to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lille by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Lille by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Le Mans to Lille with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
Omio customers who travel from Le Mans to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Nice, Marseille, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lille, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and sights. Families might enjoy Lille Zoo and Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas for leisure and relaxation. Explore the lively Marché de Wazemmes for local produce, or delve into history at the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle de Lille. Art lovers can visit the Palais des Beaux-Arts and La Piscine Museum in Roubaix. Discover the charm of Vieux Lille with its Flemish architecture, and take in the views at La Citadelle. The Lille Cathedral and Grand Place are also must-sees for their architectural significance and vibrant atmosphere.
Two to three days is ideal to explore Lille, allowing time to visit its historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.

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