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Lille to Cologne Bus

from £24.49

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Min. trip duration

5 hr 5 mins

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Min. distance

217 miles

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From £24.49

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Frequently asked questions

Coach tickets from Lille to Cologne start from £24.49. For the best fares, book early or choose midweek departures.
The route between Lille and Cologne generally takes about 5 hours 5 minutes by coach and covers approximately 218 miles.
On the coach from Lille to Cologne, you can bring one carry-on (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) and one checked bag (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) at no extra cost. Need more? You can add extra luggage or a bicycle when you book. For full details, check our luggage page.
The first coach service from Lille to Cologne is at 00:15.
The day's last coach departure from Lille to Cologne is set for 16:40.
No need to print your ticket. Just show the QR code from your confirmation email or the FlixBus app to the driver when you board your coach from Lille to Cologne.
FlixBus operates 2 coach stops in Lille and 6 coach stops in Cologne. Check the map above to find your pickup and drop-off points.
Yes, night coach services run from Lille to Cologne. Check the timetable and pick the option that works for you!
All coaches from Lille to Cologne are wheelchair accessible and equipped with boarding assistance. Service animals are welcome on board, and wheelchairs, walking aids, and other mobility devices travel free of charge. For full details, check our accessibility services page.
Coaches from Lille to Cologne come with free Wi-Fi, power outlets, extra legroom, and onboard toilets. You can also reserve a seat during booking, subject to availability. For the full list, check our onboard services page.

Coaches to Cologne from Lille: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Lille and Cologne starting from £24.49.
  • Average duration: the bus from Lille to Cologne lasts approximately 5 hours 5 minutes.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Lille and Cologne is 218 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Lille to Cologne bus schedules: to check coach departure times between Lille and Cologne, select your travel data to view all available journeys, including timetables and prices. You’ll then be shown every available trip option with full schedules and fares. You can do this by using the selector at the top of the page or via the interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 4 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Lille, there are 2 coach stops. As for Cologne, it has 6 stops.. You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Night buses: night bus services are available to depart from Lille in the evening and arrive at Cologne in total comfort.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Lille on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Cologne.