The average train between Reading and Lille takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Lille. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Reading and Lille. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:49 PM which arrives into Lille at 9:56 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Reading to Lille? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Reading to Lille. However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Lille Europe station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Reading to Lille train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Reading to Lille train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.
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The distance between Reading and Lille is 296.2 km.
You can take a train from Reading to Lille Europe via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 3m.