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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Lille | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Cheapest | |||||
| Lille | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Fastest | |||||
 | 131 Boulevard de Turin | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| 131 Boulevard de Turin | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
| 131 Boulevard de Turin | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lille to Cologne
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 409, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lille and Cologne?
Stops in Lille
- A
Lille - Boulevard de Turin
Bus station, Boulevard de Turin, 59800 Lille, France - B
1 Place Saint-Hubert
1 Place Saint-Hubert, 59800 Lille, France - CLille, 59777 Lille, France
- D
253 Boulevard de Leeds
253 Boulevard de Leeds, 59800 Lille, France
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lille to Cologne by bus
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!
How long is the bus ride from Lille to Cologne?
The average travel time between Lille and Cologne is around 5h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 276 km that separates the two cities.
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.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Lille to Cologne was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 271To 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 271 to R 1 065 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 271, which is on 2025-11-26.
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?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
