Taxi Lille — Valenciennes
The Athens of the North and Rubens' city
A taxi between Lille and Valenciennes costs between €105 and €130 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 55 kilometres and a journey time of from 40 to 55 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes A23 towards Valenciennes, with no tolls (toll-free A23). A van for up to seven passengers starts at €170. 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
55 km
Duration
40 min
Estimated price
€105–€130
Availability
24/7
Valenciennes, nicknamed the 'Athens of the North' for its exceptional artistic tradition, is a city of art in the heart of French Hainaut. Its Fine Arts Museum holds one of France's finest Flemish painting collections, with works by Rubens, Watteau (born in Valenciennes), Van Dyck and Bosch. The city has produced many artists: sculptor Carpeaux, painter Watteau and chronicler Froissart. The city centre, rebuilt after World War II destruction, centres on the Place d'Armes and Saint-Géry church. Valenciennes is also a dynamic university city and digital hub with the Serre Numérique.
Route
Route Lille → Valenciennes
From Lille, take the A23 towards Valenciennes. This motorway is entirely toll-free. The journey is fast and direct, crossing the Hainaut plain dotted with slag heaps and former mining villages. The Valenciennes Centre exit puts you 5 minutes from Place d'Armes and the Fine Arts Museum. The landscape is flat, typical of northern France, with church spires as landmarks.
Main route: A23 towards Valenciennes — no tolls (toll-free A23)
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Lille → Valenciennes
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Lille → Valenciennes route
The Fine Arts Museum is closed Tuesdays. Entry is €5, free the first Sunday of the month. Don't miss the Rubens room and the Watteau paintings. Place d'Armes is the city's heart, surrounded by cafés and brasseries. Valenciennes market (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings) offers excellent Hainaut cheeses (Maroilles, Vieux-Lille). If heading to Walygator Sud theme park (10 km), the driver drops you there.
Tolls: no tolls (toll-free A23)
Pricing
Taxi fare Lille → Valenciennes
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€105–€130
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€121–€150
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€116–€143
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Lille to Valenciennes?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TER Lille–Valenciennes costs €10 and takes 45 minutes. The A23 is toll-free but town-centre parking is paid. A taxi is practical for a cultural day trip (museum + town) or business trips without constraints.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€105–€130
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€170
Ideal for families and groups
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Lille → Valenciennes
How much is a taxi from Lille to Valenciennes?
The fare is €70 to €92. No tolls (A23 is free). Fixed price at booking. The Lille — Valenciennes route covers about 55 km by road. Allow 40 minutes in light traffic and up to 55 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €105 to €130, luggage included.
On the Lille — Valenciennes route, is the Fine Arts Museum worth the trip?
Yes, it's one of France's finest regional museums. The Flemish collection (Rubens, Watteau, Van Dyck) is exceptional. Entry: €5. Allow 40 minutes in light traffic and up to 55 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €105 to €130, luggage included.
Can we combine Valenciennes and Le Quesnoy?
Yes, Le Quesnoy (remarkable Vauban fortifications) is 15 km away. The driver can do both in a half-day. The price booked in advance ranges from €105 to €130, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €170. The usual route takes A23 towards Valenciennes.
Does the taxi serve Valenciennes TGV station?
Yes, Valenciennes station is served by TGVs to Paris (1h40). The driver drops you at the station entrance. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €170. The usual route takes A23 towards Valenciennes. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
On the Lille — Valenciennes route, are taxis available for VAFC matches?
Yes, the Stade du Hainaut is 2 km from the centre. The driver drops you off and picks you up after the match. The usual route takes A23 towards Valenciennes. 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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