Florence, Italy to Lille: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, Italy from Lille?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Lille is 609.8 miles (981.3 km) as the crow flies. Lille is located NW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 731.7 miles, taking about 14h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Lille is in France.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, Italy and Lille. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.