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Private car transfer from Lille to Paris

Door-to-door
in 2 h 30 min

From €66
per seat

Comfortable
car

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Lille.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 30 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Paris.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

226 km2 h 30 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Lille to Paris

How far is it from Lille to Paris by car?

The drive from Lille to Paris covers approximately 220 kilometers (135 miles) and takes about 2.5 hours. The route follows well-maintained highways through northern France's countryside and historic regions.

What are the main attractions in Lille worth seeing before heading to Paris?

Lille features the beautiful Grand Place square, Palais des Beaux-Arts (one of France's largest art museums), the historic Vieux-Lille district with cobblestone streets, and Notre Dame de la Treille Cathedral. The city blends Flemish and French architectural influences.

What can I expect to see during the drive from Lille to Paris?

The route passes through northern France's stunning historic sites, such as the Chateau de Chantilly, Abbaye de Vaucelles, and Arras. Museums like the Louvre-Lens, Mining History Centre Lewarde, and Musee Somme 1916 provide some educational opportunities during your European vacation.

Is there a high-speed train option between Lille and Paris?

Yes, the TGV high-speed train connects Lille and Paris in just over 1 hour, departing from Lille Flandres to Paris Nord station. However, a private transfer offers flexibility to explore attractions along the route at your own pace.

Is Paris a safe travel destination?

Yes, Paris is very safe for visitors and locals alike. However, like with any city, it is always best to watch your belongings carefully for pickpockets, avoid large crowds, and stay in well-lit areas at night.

What historical significance does this route have?

The route passes through the Somme region, site of major World War I battles. You'll travel through areas known as the "Route of Remembrance," where historic battlefields, memorials, and cemeteries commemorate the Great War's impact on this region.

When is the best time to travel between Lille and Paris?

Any time of year works well, but spring and early fall offer pleasant weather and beautiful countryside views. Summer can be busy with tourists, while winter may have shorter daylight hours but fewer crowds at attractions.

What makes this route special for travelers?

The journey combines two distinct French cultural experiences: Lille's unique Flemish-French heritage in the north and Paris's iconic metropolitan culture. The drive offers a perfect introduction to northern France's history, architecture, and regional character.

Visit these sights on the way

Louvre-lens

Masterpieces carefully chosen from the Louvre are displayed in the state-of-the-art provincial museum. Art for All

Mining History Centre Lewarde

This former mining complex is now dedicated to preserving every facet of the region’s 300 years of mining history. Unearthing Local History

Arras

A 16th-century law created an architectural style in Arras that is unique within Europe, boasting 155 facades of Flemish-Baroque style. A Tale of Two Squares

Abbaye de Vaucelles

Though only one building remains, this Cistercian abbey once had a church the size of Paris' Notre Dame. Remains of a Peaceful Giant

Musee Somme 1916

Learn about life in the trenches and the horrors of the great war at the site of some of the fiercest fighting. Digging Deep

Chateau de Chantilly

This gorgeous chateau has hosted several kings, and has been preserved exactly as its last owner left it. Water and Whimsy

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Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.

For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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