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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Lille is to drive and car ferry which costs €75 - €150 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Lille is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €65 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Lille. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Lille Europe via Liverpool Street station and London St. Pancras Int.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Lille?

The distance between Ipswich and Lille is 379 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Lille without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €65 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Ipswich to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Lille train from?

Ipswich to Lille train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

What is the time difference between Ipswich and Lille?

Lille is 1h ahead of Ipswich. It is currently 4:27 PM in Ipswich and 5:27 PM in Lille.

Where does the Ipswich to Lille train arrive?

Ipswich to Lille train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

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

Book your Ipswich to Lille train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Lille.

Ipswich to Lille - 4 ways to travel via train, car, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Ipswich to Lille by train, car, car train, train (Eurostar), or car ferry

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1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
3h 35m
€68–164
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Ipswich to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lillecar
3h 50m
€187–211
Train via London
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3h 36m
€114–204
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Ipswich to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lillecar
4h 58m
€75–143

Ipswich to Lille by train and subway

33Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 378.7 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Lille Europe via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St. Pancras Int. in around 3h 35m.

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