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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Lille is to train which costs €30 - €95 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Lille is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Lille. However, there are services departing from Paddington and arriving at Lille Europe via London St. Pancras Int.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Paddington to Lille?

The distance between Paddington and Lille is 270 km.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Lille without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Paddington to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Lille train from?

Paddington to Lille train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from London St. Pancras Int. station.

What is the time difference between Paddington and Lille?

Lille is 1h ahead of Paddington. It is currently 9:23 AM in Paddington and 10:23 AM in Lille.

Where does the Paddington to Lille train arrive?

Paddington to Lille train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 2116+ hotels available in Lille.

Paddington to Lille - 4 ways to travel via train, car, Eurotunnel

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
2h 32m
€31–93
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Paddington to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lillecar
3h 23m
€174–192
Train via London St Pancras Intl (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2h 33m
€77–143
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Paddington to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lillecar
4h 30m
€64–135

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Distance: 269.6 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from London St. Pancras Int. to Lille Europe 3 times a day. Tickets cost €29–65 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily.

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