How to Get from Rotterdam to Lille
Rotterdam to Lille is 173 km in a straight line. The trip takes 3h 15m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Rotterdam to Lille by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 00:25, last at 16:40
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 15m
direct
Bus
€14
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 8 Nov 2026
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Rotterdam to Lille. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 15m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 173 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
173 km in a straight line
Rotterdam to Lille: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Rotterdam Central → Lillebus
BlaBlaCar Bus·3h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Rotterdam to Lille
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:25 to 16:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 00:25 | 16:40 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 12:25 | 12:25 |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:25
- 10:15
- 16:40
All departures BlaBlaCar Bus
- 12:25
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus.
How the Trip from Rotterdam to Lille Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a BlaBlaCar Bus bus from Rotterdam Central to Lille, about 3h 15m. In total it's roughly €14 over 3h 15m, direct, no transfers.
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Rotterdam to Lille: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Lille?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h 15m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Rotterdam to Lille?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:25 and the last at 16:40, from Rotterdam Central, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Rotterdam to Lille leave from?
Rotterdam Central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Lille from Rotterdam?
About 173 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Rotterdam to Lille cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €14. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Rotterdam to Lille?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Rotterdam to Lille without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 44m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lille?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: BlaBlaCar Bus
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026