Reading to Lille train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Reading to Lille by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Reading to Lille take around 3 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 298 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Reading is scheduled to depart at around  03:54. The last departure is usually at around 20:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Reading at around 04:12, with the last train leaving at around 18:52. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 86 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £162.20.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lille, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Lille.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Lille?

The journey between Reading and Lille usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Reading to Lille every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Reading to Lille?

The Reading to Lille train travel takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Reading to Lille train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lille leaving Reading at around 03:54 and the last train leaving at around 20:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Reading at around 04:12, with the final departure at 18:52.