Taxi Lille — Cambrai
City of the Bêtises and Matisse's birthplace
A taxi between Lille and Cambrai costs between €125 and €155 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 65 kilometres and a journey time of from 50 to 65 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes A1 then A26 towards Cambrai, with ~€5 in tolls (A1+A26 sections). A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
65 km
Duration
50 min
Estimated price
€125–€155
Availability
24/7
Cambrai is a city of art and history on the edge of the Cambrésis, a land of historic battles. It is world-famous for its Bêtises, mint sweets created 'by mistake' in the 19th century at the Afchain confectionery. But Cambrai also means Henri Matisse, born in Le Cateau-Cambrésis (20 km away), whose museum is France's third Matisse museum. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace, an 18th-century Baroque masterpiece, houses a Rubens entombment and the famous 'Martin and Martine' automaton that strikes the hours. Cambrai's citadel, built by Charles V, is one of the best-preserved in northern France. The town is also renowned for its andouillettes, awarded the prestigious AAAAA rating.
Route
Route Lille → Cambrai
From Lille, take the A1 towards Paris then the A26 towards Cambrai after Seclin. The motorway crosses the Artois plain, an agricultural landscape of large-scale crops (wheat, sugar beet, endive). The Cambrai Centre exit drops you near the historic centre. The journey is fast and smooth, the A26 being uncrowded. The Matisse Museum is in Le Cateau-Cambrésis, 20 km east of Cambrai.
Main route: A1 then A26 towards Cambrai — ~€5 in tolls (A1+A26 sections)
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Lille → Cambrai
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Lille → Cambrai route
Buy real Bêtises de Cambrai from Afchain (the original house, Rue de Noyon) or Despinoy. Industrial imitations don't taste the same! The Notre-Dame Cathedral deserves 30 minutes: admire the Rubens and wait to see Martin and Martine strike the hour. If you love Matisse, the Departmental Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis holds France's largest collection: the driver takes you there in 20 min from Cambrai. Cambrai market (Wednesday and Saturday mornings) offers local specialities.
Tolls: ~€5 in tolls (A1+A26 sections)
Pricing
Taxi fare Lille → Cambrai
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€125–€155
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€144–€178
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€138–€171
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Lille to Cambrai?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER Lille–Cambrai costs €12 and takes 50 minutes. The Hauts-de-France bus takes 1h30 for €2. By car, add tolls (€5) and fuel (€6). A taxi is ideal for combining Cambrai and the Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis in one day.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€125–€155
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€200
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Lille → Cambrai
How much is a taxi from Lille to Cambrai?
The fare is €85 to €110. A1+A26 tolls included (~€5). Fixed price at booking. The Lille — Cambrai route covers about 65 km by road. Allow 50 minutes in light traffic and up to 65 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included.
On the Lille — Cambrai route, can the taxi take me to the Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis?
Yes, Le Cateau is 20 km from Cambrai. The driver does Cambrai + Le Cateau-Cambrésis in a half-day. Small supplement. Allow 50 minutes in light traffic and up to 65 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included.
Are the Bêtises de Cambrai a real sweet?
Yes! This translucent, striped mint sweet has been made since 1850. Two historic confectioners: Afchain and Despinoy. Buy them in town, not in supermarkets. The price booked in advance ranges from €125 to €155, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200.
Can Cambrai Cathedral be visited?
Yes, free entry. Don't miss the Rubens entombment (left wall) and the Martin and Martine automaton striking the hours since 1512. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €200. The usual route takes A1 then A26 towards Cambrai. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Lille — Cambrai route, is an evening return available?
Yes, 24/7 service. Book a round trip for a reduced fare. The usual route takes A1 then A26 towards Cambrai. Expect ~€5 in tolls (A1+A26 sections) on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up. The driver tracks your flight or train and adjusts the pick-up time if it is delayed.
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