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Lille Birmingham

399 km · France to United Kingdom · Fastest: 3h by flight

How to travel from Lille to Birmingham

There is 1 way to travel between Lille and Birmingham — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

Not practical for this route.

🚌Bus

Not practical for this route.

✈️Flight
€51–168
Duration: 3h 2m
via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, British Airways
~62 kg CO2 per passenger
🚗Car

Not practical for this route.

Where they are on the map

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Lille and Birmingham highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

Lille to Birmingham — every option in detail

Lille to Birmingham by train

Train is not practical between Lille and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Lille and Birmingham via international airports.

Lille to Birmingham by bus

Bus is not practical between Lille and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Lille and Birmingham via international airports.

Lille to Birmingham by flight

Flights between Lille and Birmingham take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 2m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, British Airways.

Typical fare range is €51–168. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 62 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Lille to Birmingham by car

Car is not practical between Lille and Birmingham because the route crosses open water — there is no continuous rail or road network between island and continental Europe on this corridor.

Consider flying instead, which connects Lille and Birmingham via international airports.

About this route

The distance between Lille and Birmingham is approximately 399 kilometres. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Lille to Birmingham?+

The fastest way is by flight, taking around 3h 2m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.

What is the cheapest way to get from Lille to Birmingham?+

Flight is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €51. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.

Do I need to fly from Lille to Birmingham?+

Flying is the most practical option for this 399 km route. Both cities have international airports with regular service.

How far is Lille from Birmingham?+

The straight-line distance is approximately 399 kilometres (248 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.