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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lille to London
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Sept
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£135
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£199
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
7 h
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
8 h 15 m
Ferries on 13 Sept
2
Distance
345 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lille to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to London will cost around £199 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £135.
Fast ferries
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Lille to London, including 2 direct services.
On Sun 13 Sept the direct ferries cover the 345 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Stena Line13:457h00Port of Hoek van Holland19:45Harwich International Port£1351One-way0 changes- Stena Line22:009h30Port of Hoek van Holland6:30Harwich International Port£2641One-way0 changes
- Stena Line13:457h00Port of Hoek van Holland19:45Harwich International Port£1351One-way0 changes
- Stena Line22:009h30Port of Hoek van Holland6:30Harwich International Port£2641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Lille to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lille to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £42, while a train costs an average of £123.
Distance: 186 nautical miles (345 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £44 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 49m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to London is a flight with an average price of £42.
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to London:
A flight is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lille to London costing on average £44.
A flight is £28 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Lille to London costing on average £70.
A flight is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to London costing on average £123.
The fastest way to travel from Lille to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Ferry takes on average 6h 49m.
Coach takes on average 10h 45m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Lille and London including taking a train, coach, flight and ferry.
Lille to London Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Lille to London ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to London ferries for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 14:15 Port of Hoek van Holland | 6h30 | 19:45 Harwich International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 22:00 Port of Hoek van Holland | 9h30 | 6:30 Harwich International Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lille to London
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Ferries from Lille to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 186 nautical miles (345 km) distance in 6h 30m. There are 13 sailings per week. Ferries from Lille to London are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 186 nautical miles (345 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 6h 30m |
First ferry 9:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Lille to LondonYou can travel by ferry between Lille to London with Stena Line for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stena Line Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Stena Line Price
£53
Stena Line frequency
2 a day
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FAQs: Lille to London ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to London by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Lille to London can start from as little as £53 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Lille to London is £70; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Lille to London is 6h 30m to travel the 345 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Lille to London leaves at 9:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Lille to London leaves at 23:00.
Yes, there are 2 direct ferries a day from Lille to London with Stena Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Lille to London with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Lille to London is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Lille to London is possible with Stena Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Lille to London, you can count on Stena Line for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Lille and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to London from Lille is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Lille to London is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Lille and London including taking a train, coach, flight and ferry.
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