How to travel from Lille to Le Mans

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Compare train and bus for Lille to Le Mans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Le Mans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. 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 €25, while a train costs an average of €77.

Distance: 223 miles (359 km)

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Driving

€77

Average price

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€110

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 33m

Average total duration

6h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

SNCF | TGV INOUI

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €25.

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

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Mans costing on average €77.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Le Mans 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 11m by train vs 4h 51m by car) and roughly €33 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€77 vs €110). 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 Lille to Le Mans

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51122 · 88087
    2:35 PM7h05
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    9:40 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    231One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51122 · 88087
    2:35 PM7h05
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    9:40 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9832
    3:47 PM2h42
    Lille-Europe
    6:29 PMLe Mans station
    451One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5210
    7:47 AM2h43
    Lille-Europe
    10:30 AMLe Mans station
    411One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9838
    5:36 PM2h53
    Lille-Europe
    8:29 PMLe Mans station
    411One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5235
    5:36 PM2h53
    Lille-Europe
    8:29 PMLe Mans station
    531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM5h50
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    4:55 AMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    251One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus54049 · 98083
    8:30 AM9h10
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    5:40 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 AM7h25
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    3:55 PMLe Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet
    271One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Le Mans

Travel to Le Mans 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 Lille to Le Mans.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Le Mans including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Mans is a bus with an average price of €25.

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

A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Mans costing on average €77.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Mans is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Le Mans take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 33m.

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

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Le Mans 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 Lille to Le Mans:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Le Mans station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Le Mans, Boulevard Louis le Prince Ringuet.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Le Mans, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Le Mans by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Le Mans by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Le Mans with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Le Mans often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nantes, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Lyon, Angers. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Mans and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Mans to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Mans, you can attend the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours endurance car race at the Circuit de la Sarthe, explore vibrant local markets for fresh produce and regional specialties, and enjoy performances at the Théâtre des Quinconces. Take a scenic walk along the Sarthe River or visit the Arche de la Nature for hiking and wildlife. Key sights include the Gothic Cathédrale Saint-Julien, the medieval Cité Plantagenêt, the Musée des 24 Heures du Mans with its classic car exhibits, the serene Jardin des Plantes du Mans, and the historic Abbaye de l'Épau.
For a visit to Le Mans, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the historic old town, the famous Le Mans Cathedral, and the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans racetrack.

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