The average train between Lille and Essex takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Lille to Essex. 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 Lille and Essex. The earliest departure is at 8:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lille is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Essex at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lille to Essex? 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 Lille to Essex. However, there are services departing from Lille station and arriving at Essex station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Lille to Essex train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Lille Europe station.
Lille to Essex train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Lille to Essex train tickets online with Eurostar, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Lille and Essex is 218 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a train from Lille Europe to White Notley via London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 14m.