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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Rethel is to bus and train which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Rethel is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Rethel?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Rethel. However, there are services departing from Lille Europe and arriving at Rethel via Champagne-Ardenne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Lille to Rethel?

The distance between Lille and Rethel is 364 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Rethel without a car is to train via Reims which takes 3h 3m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Lille to Rethel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Rethel train from?

Lille to Rethel train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Europe station.

Where does the Lille to Rethel train arrive?

Lille to Rethel train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Champagne-Ardenne station.

Can I drive from Lille to Rethel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Rethel is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Lille to Rethel.

How do I get a train ticket from Lille to Rethel?

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Where can I stay near Rethel?

There are 121+ hotels available in Rethel.

Lille to Rethel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lille to Rethel by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

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

Train via Reims
best
1. Take the train from Lille Europe to Champagne-Ardennetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Retheltrain Ter
3h 3m
€67–115
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Retheltrain Ter
4h 50m
€20–43
Drive 178.3 km
1. Drive from Lille to Rethelcar 178.3 km
2h 44m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleville Mezierestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Charleville Mezieres to Retheltrain Ter
3h 40m
€33–84

Lille to Rethel by train

15Weekly Trains

3h 3mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 363.9 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Lille, France and Rethel, France?

You can take a train from Lille Europe to Rethel via Champagne-Ardenne in around 3h 3m.

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