How to travel from London to Lille

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for London to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $250.

Distance: 150 miles (243 km)

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Driving

$250

Average price

$65

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$39

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Cheapest

$45

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 11m

Average total duration

2h 41m

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30m

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6h 32m

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6h 2m

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2h 39m

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1h 39m

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4h 7m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Lille is a ferry with an average price of $39.

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

A ferry is $26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Lille costing on average $65.

A ferry is $211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lille costing on average $250.

The fastest way to travel from London to Lille is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 39m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 10m.

Train takes on average 3h 11m.

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Lille including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to LilleĀ among Omio's users.

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from London to Lille

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

Our recommendation

ferry

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

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    8:00 AM2h00
    Port of Dover
    11:00 AMPort of Dunkirk
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    8:00 AM2h00
    Port of Dover
    11:00 AMPort of Dunkirk
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Eurostar9116
    9:01 AM1h21
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    11:22 AMLille-Europe
    $2601One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9158
    7:34 PM1h22
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    9:56 PMLille-Europe
    $2941One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9148
    5:04 PM1h22
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    7:26 PMLille-Europe
    $2941One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9152
    6:04 PM1h23
    London St Pancras International (STP)
    8:27 PMLille-Europe
    $2941One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sindbad0
    7:00 AM6h15
    London
    1:15 PMLille
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM7h30
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    4:30 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM6h45
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    4:15 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    $761One-way
    0 transfers
  • easyJetU22439+SNCF | TGV INOUI5186
    7:00 PM3h33
    London Luton Airport
    11:33 PMLille-Europe
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU28407+SNCF | TGV INOUI5186
    6:00 PM4h33
    London Gatwick Airport
    11:33 PMLille-Europe
    $2381One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1707+SNCF | TGV INOUI5186
    5:00 PM5h33
    London Gatwick Airport
    11:33 PMLille-Europe
    $2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    2:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    5:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    4:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    7:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    12:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dover
    3:00 PMPort of Dunkirk
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from London to Lille

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from London to Lille there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 79,22% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from London to Lille. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from London to Lille

Travel to Lille 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 London to Lille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between London and Lille including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Lille is a ferry with an average price of $39.

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

A ferry is $26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Lille costing on average $65.

A ferry is $211 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lille costing on average $250.

The fastest way to travel from London to Lille is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 39m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 10m.

Train takes on average 3h 11m.

Bus takes on average 6h 32m.

The distance from London to Lille is approximately 150 miles (243 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Lille is:
  • Around 28 ferries per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in Port of Calais.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, Brussels Airlines to go to Lille by flight.
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to Lille by train.
  • Travel with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries to go to Lille by ferry.
  • Travel with Sindbad, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, TopBus to go to Lille by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Lille with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with British Airways, Brussels Airlines.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
  • 28 direct ferries per day with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Sindbad, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Nice, Marseille, Brussels, Toulouse. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lille, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and sights. Families might enjoy Lille Zoo and Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas for leisure and relaxation. Explore the lively MarchƩ de Wazemmes for local produce, or delve into history at the MusƩe d'Histoire Naturelle de Lille. Art lovers can visit the Palais des Beaux-Arts and La Piscine Museum in Roubaix. Discover the charm of Vieux Lille with its Flemish architecture, and take in the views at La Citadelle. The Lille Cathedral and Grand Place are also must-sees for their architectural significance and vibrant atmosphere.
Two to three days is ideal to explore Lille, allowing time to visit its historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.
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