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Next departures from Lille to Cologne on 20 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    Lille
    Cologne/Bonn AirportCheapest
    BlaBlaCar Bus
      Lille
      Cologne/Bonn AirportFastest
      Flixbus
      131 Boulevard de Turin
      Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
      Flixbus
      131 Boulevard de Turin
      Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:40 PM CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Lille to Cologne

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 408, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      3h 20mAverage duration
      276 kmDistance
      12kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 294 - R 1 666Average duration5h 50m
      7kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 2 164 - R 3 060Average duration2h 48m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average priceR 408 - R 928Average duration3h 20m
      12kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lille to Cologne by bus

      1. How much does a bus ticket from Lille to Cologne cost?

        The bus ticket price from Lille to Cologne starts at R 294. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Lille to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

      2. How long is the bus ride from Lille to Cologne?

        The average travel time between Lille and Cologne is around 5h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 276 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between Lille and Cologne?

        The number of buses from Lille to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Lille to Cologne by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Lille to Cologne?

        When taking the bus from Lille to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.

      5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lille to Cologne?

        Buses travelling between Lille and Cologne leave from Lille - Boulevard de Turin or 1 Place Saint-Hubert and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport, Hbf, Gummersbacher Str..

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      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      17/11
      R 526
      18/11
      R 420
      Today
      R 421
      20/11
      R 274
      21/11
      R 421
      22/11
      R 357
      23/11
      R 274
      24/11
      R 357
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lille to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of R 274

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lille to Cologne as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from R 274 to R 735 for a bus ticket from Lille to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 274, which is on 2025-11-20.

      Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Lille to Cologne?

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