How to travel from Lille to Rome

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Compare bus for Lille to Rome

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 15h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €47, while a bus costs an average of €119.

Distance: 751 miles (1210 km)

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€47

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€119

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€459

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15h 52m

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15h 22m

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24h 40m

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16h 17m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Rome is a train with an average price of €47.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Rome:

A train is €73 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lille to Rome costing on average €119.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 15h 52m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 24h 40m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Lille and Rome.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 55m faster (15h 22m by train vs 16h 17m by car) and roughly €413 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€47 vs €459). 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 Rome

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM27h15
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    6:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    €1151One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:30 PM27h15
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    6:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    €1151One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12536+Air FranceAF1004
    4:55 PM6h20
    Lille-Europe
    11:15 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €3431One-way
    1 transfer

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM27h20
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    5:50 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    €1241One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM25h35
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    4:05 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    €1251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 AM32h40
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    3:05 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    €1261One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9870+Air FranceAF1504
    7:59 AM6h26
    Lille-Europe
    2:25 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9870+Air FranceAF1304
    7:59 AM8h36
    Lille-Europe
    4:35 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9870+Air FranceAF1604
    7:59 AM9h31
    Lille-Europe
    5:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    €3451One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Rome

Travel to Rome 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 Rome.

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You can travel between Lille and Rome by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Rome is a train with an average price of €47.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Rome:

A train is €73 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lille to Rome costing on average €119.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Rome is by train with an average journey time of 15h 52m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 24h 40m.

The distance from Lille to Rome is approximately 751 miles (1210 km).
The average frequency per day from Lille to Rome is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Rome:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Rome Termini.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Italo, Trenitalia, Intercity Notte, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Rome by train.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.

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