How to get to Le Havre from Lille

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Compare train and coach for Lille to Le Havre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £67.

Distance: 246 km

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£67

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£66

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3h 55m

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6h 17m

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3h 30m

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Compare ways to travel from Lille to Le Havre

Compare the available ways to get from Lille to Le Havre, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is a coach with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Le Havre:

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Havre costing on average £67.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Le Havre including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 5m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 3h 30m by car). Tickets start at around £67 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Lille to Le Havre

How to get to Le Havre from Lille by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus52502 · 7711
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus52502 · 7711
    1 change

Fastest

  • TER848908+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873131
    1 change

Other options

  • TER848902+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873113
    1 change
  • TER848959+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K44 (843918)+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873125
    2 changes
  • TER848961+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187K44 (843920)+SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 11873129
    2 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1612 · 7709
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1612 · 7709
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50296 · 67703
    1 change

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Best day trips from Le Havre by train

The most popular day trips by train from Le Havre are Rouen, Paris, Honfleur, Caen and Deauville. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Le Havre on Omio.

A view of Rouen

Day trip from Le Havre to Rouen by train

Why visit Rouen for the day?

Rouen is known for its medieval centre, timber-framed houses and the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen. Set on the Seine, it also carries the history of Joan of Arc and a strong artistic legacy.

A view of Paris

Day trip from Le Havre to Paris by train

Why visit Paris for the day?

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.

A view of Honfleur

Day trip from Le Havre to Honfleur by train

Why visit Honfleur for the day?

Honfleur is a historic Normandy harbour town known for its old port, slate-fronted houses and artistic heritage. Its compact centre blends maritime character, narrow lanes and timber architecture.

A view of Deauville

Day trip from Le Havre to Deauville by train

Why visit Deauville for the day?

Deauville is a stylish Normandy seaside resort known for its beach, elegant villas and horse-racing heritage. Its promenade, smart atmosphere and film-festival links give it a polished character beside the Channel.

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FAQs: Lille to Le Havre

Travel to Le Havre easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lille to Le Havre.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Le Havre including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is a coach with an average price of £35.

This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Le Havre:

A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Le Havre costing on average £67.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Le Havre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 17m.

The Lille to Le Havre distance is approximately 246 km.
The average frequency per day from Lille to Le Havre is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Le Havre as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Le Havre:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Gare du Havre.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Le Havre, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Le Havre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Le Havre by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF NOMAD RÉSA | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER NOMAD | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Le Havre by train.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Le Havre often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Honfleur, Rouen, Étretat, Caen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Le Havre and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lille to Le Havre, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Le Havre, you can stroll along the scenic Le Havre Beach with views of the English Channel, enjoy the lively atmosphere at Les Halles Centrales market, and visit the historic Maison de l'Armateur. Take a guided tour of the vast Port of Le Havre and experience local culture at the Docks Vauban. Explore Le Havre's Modernist Architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and admire the art at MuMa - Musée d'art moderne André Malraux. Discover the panoramic views at Jardins Suspendus, visit the striking Saint Joseph's Church, and relax at Les Bains des Docks aquatic centre.
A stay of two to three days in Le Havre allows visitors to explore its UNESCO-listed architecture, visit the Museum of Modern Art André Malraux, and enjoy nearby beaches.

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