How to travel from Lille to Le Havre

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Compare train and bus for Lille to Le Havre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $35.

Distance: 152 miles (246 km)

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$65

Average price

$33

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$91

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4h 5m

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3h 35m

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5h 31m

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3h 30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Le Havre:

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Havre costing on average $65.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Le Havre including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Le Havre among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Le Havre

Travel to Le Havre 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 Le Havre.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Le Havre including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Le Havre:

A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Havre costing on average $65.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

The distance from Lille to Le Havre is approximately 152 miles (246 km).
The average frequency per day from Lille to Le Havre is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Le Havre:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Gare du Havre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Le Havre, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Le Havre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Le Havre by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Le Havre by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lille to Le Havre:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Le Havre often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Honfleur, Rouen, Étretat, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Havre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Le Havre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Le Havre, you can stroll along the scenic Le Havre Beach, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at Les Halles Centrales market, and visit the historic Maison de l'Armateur. Take a guided tour of the Port of Le Havre and experience local culture at the Docks Vauban. Discover Le Havre's Modernist Architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore the MuMa for Impressionist art, relax at the Jardins Suspendus, admire the unique Saint Joseph's Church, and visit the contemporary Les Bains des Docks aquatic center.
To fully explore Le Havre, including its UNESCO-listed architecture, museums, and the nearby coastal attractions, spending 2 to 3 days would be sufficient.

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