How to travel from Marseille to Lille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Lille

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $93, while a train costs an average of $181.

Distance: 518 miles (834 km)

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$112

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$181

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$93

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$314

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3h 36m

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1h 36m

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5h 33m

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30m

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14h 25m

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13h 55m

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9h 43m

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Malta Air

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The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Lille is a bus with an average price of $93 (€76).

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

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Lille costing on average $112 (€92).

A bus is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Lille costing on average $181 (€148).

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 33m.

Bus takes on average 14h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Marseille and Lille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille to Lille among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 8h 7m sooner (1h 36m by flight vs 9h 43m by car) and save roughly $202 (€165) compared to fuel and tolls ($112 (€92) vs $314 (€257)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Marseille to Lille

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 3274
    12:35 PM24h15
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    12:50 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50486 · 3274
    12:35 PM24h15
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    12:50 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $651One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 6005
    3:15 PM1h35
    Marseille Provence Airport
    4:50 PMLille Airport
    $1281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12554
    6:34 AM5h00
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    11:34 AMLille-Europe
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9854
    6:34 AM5h00
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    11:34 AMLille-Europe
    $1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6112 · 7037
    9:03 AM5h16
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    2:19 PMLille Flandres
    $1431One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:00 PM13h30
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    6:30 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM15h40
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    1:10 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Marseille 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 Marseille to Lille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Marseille and Lille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Lille is a bus with an average price of $93 (€76).

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

A bus is $19 (€16) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Lille costing on average $112 (€92).

A bus is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Lille costing on average $181 (€148).

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 33m.

Bus takes on average 14h 25m.

The distance from Marseille to Lille is approximately 518 miles (834 km).
The average frequency per day from Marseille to Lille is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Marseille to Lille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Lille Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Lille Flandres.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Marseille to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air to go to Lille by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lille by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lille by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Marseille to Lille with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Marseille to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Nice, Brussels, Toulouse. 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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