Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Lille (France)

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Starbucks holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage.

The Drive from Charleroi to Lille

The route covers 117 km (73 miles) and usually takes about 1 h 18 m. It leads from Wallonia across the border into northern France, so the trip is a straightforward road journey without a stop in Brussels. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours and around Lille itself, where traffic can build up near the city centre. Carry a valid passport or ID card, as you are crossing an international border. Because this route is booked only occasionally, we recommend reserving ahead so your vehicle is arranged in good time.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the natural choice, with options for up to 3 or up to 4 passengers. Parties with more luggage or more people can choose a private minibus with 8 seats. For bigger groups such as school trips, teams or event delegations, minibuses are available with 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 or 64 seats. Pick the category that gives your group comfortable room for both people and bags.

Lille as a Destination

Lille is the main city of northern France and the capital of the Hauts-de-France region. It is known for its Flemish-style Grand Place, the Vieille Bourse and a lively old town of pedestrian streets, cafés and shops. The two main railway stations, Lille-Flandres and Lille-Europe, connect the city with Paris, London and Brussels. This makes it a popular base for both business and leisure trips. Tell us your exact address or station when booking so the driver can plan the final stretch.

Places to Stay in Lille

• Grand Hôtel Bellevue, a classic hotel on the Place du Théâtre in the heart of the old town.
• Carlton Lille, a long-established hotel in the city centre near the opera and the main shopping streets.
• Hôtel Clarance, set in a historic townhouse in Vieux-Lille.