What is the cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Lille?

The cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Lille is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chelsea to Lille?

The fastest way to get from Chelsea to Lille is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Lille?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Lille. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chelsea and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Chelsea station to Lille. However, there are services departing from South Kensington station and arriving at Lille Europe via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Chelsea to Lille?

The distance between Chelsea and Lille is 271 km.

How do I travel from Chelsea to Lille without a car?

The best way to get from Chelsea to Lille without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Chelsea to Lille?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Chelsea to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Lille bus from?

Chelsea to Lille bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Lille train from?

Chelsea to Lille train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Chelsea to Lille?

The best way to get from Chelsea to Lille is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Chelsea to Lille bus arrive?

Chelsea to Lille bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

What is the time difference between Chelsea and Lille?

Lille is 1h ahead of Chelsea. It is currently 6:54 AM in Chelsea and 7:54 AM in Lille.

Where does the Chelsea to Lille train arrive?

Chelsea to Lille train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chelsea to Lille?

Book your Chelsea to Lille bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 1770+ hotels available in Lille.

Can I share a ride from Chelsea to Lille?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chelsea and Lille. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chelsea to Lille - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chelsea to Lille by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2h 39m
€31–150
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Lillerideshare 243.8 km
4h 1m
€18–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Lillebus N280 / ...
7h 30m
€19–35
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chelsea to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lillecar
3h 18m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chelsea to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lillecar
4h 31m
€46–80

Chelsea to Lille by subway and train

76Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.4 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Chelsea, England and Lille, France?

Eurostar operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europe every 4 hours. Tickets cost €75–140 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Lille twice daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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