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How to get from Lille to Folkestone?

Are you planning to travel to Folkestone from Lille 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 Lille to Folkestone, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Lille and Folkestone, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle, Eurostar, SNCF, Eurolines or Isilines), 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 Lille and Folkestone, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Lille Folkestone trip.

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

Lille to Folkestone bus

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

Lille to Folkestone train

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

Carpooling Lille Folkestone

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

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

Travel information for Lille Folkestone

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

Plan your trip from Lille to Folkestone 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 Lille and Folkestone that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Eurotunnel - Le Shuttle, Eurostar, SNCF, Eurolines or Isilines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Lille and Folkestone with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Lille and Folkestone

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Lille to Folkestone?
Prices Coach tickets from Lille to Folkestone are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Folkestone (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 Lille and Folkestone, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Lille-Folkestone buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Lille to Folkestone are usually much slower than trains to Folkestone to cover the 88 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Lille to Folkestone?
Speed Lille to Folkestone trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility Train stations in Lille or Folkestone are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Cost Lille Folkestone train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Lille Folkestone train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Lille to Folkestone?
Economical Carpooling from Lille to Folkestone 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 Lille to Folkestone.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Lille to Folkestone 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 Lille to Folkestone.

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

Lille departure bus stations

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Folkestone arrival coach stations

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Folkestone Arrival Stations

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coach Lille Folkestone

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

The duration of the bus journey between Lille and Folkestone 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 Folkestone for your travel date.

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

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Lille-Folkestone 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 Lille Folkestone

Eurolines
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Isilines
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Trains Lille Folkestone

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

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Lille to Folkestone. 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 Lille to Folkestone, 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 Lille to Folkestone. 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 Lille and Folkestone.

Train companies from Lille to Folkestone

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

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 Lille to Folkestone 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 Lille to Folkestone, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Lille and Folkestone 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 Lille and Folkestone, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Lille Folkestone

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