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Distance from Rotterdam to Lille

Straight line

174 km
108 mi · 94 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 43 min

Direction

SW 215°
initial bearing

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How far is Rotterdam from Lille?

Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Lille (France) are a medium distance apart: 174 km in a straight line, that is 108 miles or 94 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Rotterdam, Lille lies to the south-west (initial bearing 215°). The route crosses from Netherlands into France. The halfway point is at 51.2799°, 3.7589°.

A direct flight would take about 43 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Rotterdam from Lille?

The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Lille is 174 km (108 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lille from Rotterdam?

Lille is to the south-west of Rotterdam, at an initial bearing of 215°.

How long is the flight from Rotterdam to Lille?

A direct flight would take about 43 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.