How to travel from Milan to Lille

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Compare train and bus for Milan to Lille

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $111 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, while a train costs an average of $129.

Distance: 455 miles (733 km)

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$111

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$129

Average price

17h 16m

Average total duration

16h 46m

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8h 59m

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8h 29m

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Compare ways to travel from Milan to Lille

Compare the available ways to get from Milan to Lille, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Lille is a bus with an average price of $111 (€93).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Lille costing on average $129 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 8h 59m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Lille including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Lille among Omio's users.

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from Milan to Lille

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 1563
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 1563
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1331+SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9242 · 7043
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9292+SNCF | TGV INOUI6616 · 7043
    2 transfers
  • TrenitaliaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9292+SNCF | TGV INOUI9882
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4739 · 50917
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU23805+SNCF | TGV INOUI5260
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5156+easyJetU23805
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA577 · BA308+SNCF | TGV INOUI5192
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Lille

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There are 2 options to travel between Milan and Lille including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Lille is a bus with an average price of $111 (€93).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Lille costing on average $129 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 8h 59m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 16m.

The distance from Milan to Lille is approximately 455 miles (733 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Lille is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Lille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lille by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lille by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Brussels, Nice, Marseille. 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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