How to travel from Munich to Lille

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Compare train and bus for Munich to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $86 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, while a train costs an average of $95.

Distance: 420 miles (676 km)

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Driving

$95

Average price

$86

Average price

Cheapest

$124

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

15h 26m

Average total duration

14h 56m

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9h 15m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Lille is a bus with an average price of $86 (€70).

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

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lille costing on average $95 (€78).

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 7h 46m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Munich and Lille including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Munich 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 59m faster (7h 16m by train vs 9h 15m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($95 (€78) vs $124 (€101)). 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.

Travel options
from Munich to Lille

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM15h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    12:05 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $901One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM15h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    12:05 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $901One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5280+CitizenPlane2230
    11:55 AM3h59
    Munich Airport
    3:54 PMLille-Europe
    $2841One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 626 · ICE 12 · IC 1941 · IC 19976
    12:45 PM9h27
    Munich Hbf
    10:12 PMLille Flandres
    $2201One-way
    3 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9576 · 7571
    6:51 AM8h20
    Munich Hbf
    3:11 PMLille-Europe
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 566 · 4729+SNCF | TGV INOUI12120 · 7093
    11:02 AM12h51
    Munich Hbf
    11:53 PMLille Flandres
    $2591One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM16h10
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    10:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $911One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus30493 · 50428
    8:30 PM15h45
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    12:15 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $981One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus30489 · 50448
    8:45 AM16h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:35 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $981One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2228+SNCF | TGV INOUI5192
    9:40 AM10h02
    Munich Airport
    7:42 PMLille Flandres
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1423+SNCF | TGV INOUI5280
    9:35 AM6h19
    Munich Airport
    3:54 PMLille-Europe
    $2241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1423+SNCF | TGV INOUI5192
    9:35 AM10h07
    Munich Airport
    7:42 PMLille Flandres
    $2301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Lille.

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There are 2 options to travel between Munich and Lille including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Lille is a bus with an average price of $86 (€70).

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

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lille costing on average $95 (€78).

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 7h 46m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 26m.

The distance from Munich to Lille is approximately 420 miles (676 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Lille is:
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich 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 Munich to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lille by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lille by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Munich to Lille:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Munich 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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