Colmar to Lille: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.6 miles 421 km · straight line
384.3 miles actual route 618.5 km · driving distance
6h 18min estimated drive time
€68 - €84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
314° NW bearing direction

How far is Colmar from Lille?

The distance from Colmar to Lille is 261.6 miles (421 km) as the crow flies. Lille is located NW of Colmar. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.3 miles, taking about 6h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in France.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colmar and Lille. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Colmar to Lille

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 18min €68 - €84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 34min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~5h 59min $46–$135* Comfort

Quick Facts

Colmar
48.08°N, 7.36°E
Europe/Paris
194m elevation
Lille
50.63°N, 3.06°E
Europe/Paris
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM