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How to get from Folkestone to Lille?

Are you planning to travel to Lille from Folkestone and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Folkestone to Lille, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Folkestone and Lille, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Southeastern, Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle, Eurostar, National Express or Eurolines), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Folkestone and Lille, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Folkestone Lille trip.

For your trip from Folkestone to Lille, you have several transport options

Folkestone to Lille bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Folkestone to Lille, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Folkestone to Lille train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Folkestone Lille train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Folkestone Lille

Carpooling between Folkestone and Lille is perfect if you want to travel to Lille in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Folkestone or Lille.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Folkestone to Lille transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Folkestone Lille

City of departure
Folkestone
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Lille
France
Nord-Pas de Calais
Distance
88 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Folkestone to Lille easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Folkestone to Lille easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Folkestone and Lille that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Southeastern, Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle, Eurostar, National Express or Eurolines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Folkestone and Lille with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Folkestone and Lille

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Folkestone to Lille?
Prices Coach tickets from Folkestone to Lille are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Lille (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Folkestone and Lille, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Folkestone-Lille buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Folkestone to Lille are usually much slower than trains to Lille to cover the 88 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Folkestone to Lille?
Speed Folkestone to Lille trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility Train stations in Folkestone or Lille are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Cost Folkestone Lille train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Folkestone Lille train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Folkestone to Lille?
Economical Carpooling from Folkestone to Lille is often the most economical way to travel.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Folkestone to Lille.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Folkestone to Lille can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Folkestone to Lille.

Where to start from in Folkestone? Where do I arrive in Lille?

Folkestone departure bus stations

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Folkestone Departure Stations

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Lille arrival coach stations

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Lille Arrival Stations

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coach Folkestone Lille

The frequency of departures to Folkestone from Lille varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Lille, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus journey between Folkestone and Lille usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Lille for your travel date.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Folkestone-Lille route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Folkestone to Lille on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Folkestone-Lille bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Folkestone Lille

National Express
National Express
Eurolines
Eurolines
FlixBus
FlixBus
Isilines
Isilines
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Trains Folkestone Lille

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Folkestone to Lille at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Folkestone to Lille. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Folkestone to Lille, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Folkestone to Lille. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Folkestone and Lille.

Train companies from Folkestone to Lille

Southeastern
Southeastern
Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle
Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle
Eurostar
Eurostar
SNCF
SNCF
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Carpool Folkestone Lille

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The average cost of a carpool from Folkestone to Lille depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Folkestone to Lille, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Folkestone and Lille also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Folkestone and Lille, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Folkestone Lille

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