How to travel from Lille to Dunkirk

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Compare bus and train for Lille to Dunkirk

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, while a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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Driving

$15

Average price

$5

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Cheapest

$16

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

46m

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30m

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1h 42m

Average total duration

1h 12m

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30m

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1h 2m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Dunkirk is a bus with an average price of $5.

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

A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Dunkirk costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Dunkirk is by train with an average journey time of 1h 16m.

Other travel options to Dunkirk take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Dunkirk including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Dunkirk among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 16m faster (46m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $0.72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 vs $16). 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.

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from Lille to Dunkirk

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51803
    10:05 PM1h10
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    11:15 PMDunkerque, Gare routière
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus51803
    10:05 PM1h10
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    11:15 PMDunkerque, Gare routière
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11877281
    7:20 PM0h31
    Lille-Europe
    7:51 PMDunkerque
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844945)
    9:39 PM1h03
    Lille Flandres
    10:42 PMDunkerque
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844939)
    5:39 PM1h04
    Lille Flandres
    6:43 PMDunkerque
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K70 (844929)
    9:39 AM1h04
    Lille Flandres
    10:43 AMDunkerque
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 PM1h05
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    10:15 PMDunkerque, Gare routière
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51801
    4:05 PM1h10
    Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    5:15 PMDunkerque, Gare routière
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Lille to Dunkirk

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Lille to Dunkirk, 52,27% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Lille to Dunkirk and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Dunkirk

Travel to Dunkirk 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 Lille to Dunkirk.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Dunkirk including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Dunkirk is a bus with an average price of $5.

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

A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Dunkirk costing on average $15.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Dunkirk is by train with an average journey time of 1h 16m.

Other travel options to Dunkirk take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 42m.

The distance from Lille to Dunkirk is approximately 40 miles (65 km).
The average frequency per day from Lille to Dunkirk is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Dunkirk as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Dunkirk:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Dunkerque.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Dunkerque, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Dunkirk, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Dunkirk by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Dunkirk by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Dunkirk with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
  • 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Dunkirk often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Dover, London, Brussels, Calais. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dunkirk and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dunkirk to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dunkirk, you can delve into history at the Dunkirk War Museum and Fort des Dunes, or enjoy the vibrant Dunkirk Carnival with its colorful parades. Explore Dunkirk Harbour by boat for unique port views, and visit local markets for regional delicacies. Relax on Dunkirk Beach, visit the Dunkirk Port Museum, admire Saint-Éloi Church, and get panoramic views from Dunkirk Lighthouse and Fort Vallieres.
To fully experience Dunkirk, including its historical sites, beaches, and local culture, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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