Car hire Lille Europe TGV Station
Lille Europe Train Station Tgv (LL8)
Find your perfect car hire at Lille Europe Train Station
If you are planning a trip to north of France, renting a car at Lille TGV station is the perfect place to start a road trip around the region. Located in the heart of a major rail hub linking France, Belgium and the United Kingdom, the Lille-Europe TGV station is an ideal arrival point to begin your travels. Opting for car hire at Lille-Europe train station allows you to continue your journey without delay, as soon as you get off the train.
Whether you're traveling for business, a city break or a longer vacation, renting a car at Lille Europe makes it easy to get around the Lille metropolis and beyond. Thanks to our car rental agency at Lille-Europe station, you have access to a fleet of quality rental vehicles as well as a speedy collection service. Its location makes it easy to reach Lille, the major motorways and neighbouring towns. Car rental at the Lille TGV station offers flexibility and time savings from the moment you arrive.
Our friendly car hire counter team at Lille Eurostar TGV station are ready with local advice on your onward drive, including the best routes to explore the North of France and wider areas from Lille TGV train station.
Book direct with Avis for flexible, free cancellation up to 48 hours before your scheduled arrival to rent a car at Lille TGV Train Station.
Where to find Avis at Lille Europe Train Station
You’ll find our Avis counter at Lille Europe inside the station close to the arrivals area. When you leave the train, please follow signs to car rentals. You’ll be collecting your vehicle from the dedicated car parking area which is close to the main hall and reached easily on foot.
Lille TGV Station car hire FAQs
Can I drop off my Avis rental car after hours at Lille-Europe Station?
Yes, there is 24-hour drop-off available at Lille-Europe TGV Station using the secured Avis key drop.
Can I pick up my rental car at Lille TGV Station and return it to another location?
Yes. One-way car rental with Avis makes travel easy. You can collect your car at Lille-Europe TGV Train Station and return it to another Avis office depending on your travel plans.
What are the age requirements for hiring a car at Lille-Europe TGV Train Station?
The minimum age to rent a car in France is 21. A young driver surcharge may apply to drivers under 25, and certain premium vehicle groups may have higher age restrictions.
What type of vehicle should I choose to get around Lille?
A compact car is generally suitable for city driving and parking in Lille. For greater comfort on longer journeys, a sedan or SUV may be more appropriate.
Top tips for driving around Lille
If you are driving in the Lille for the first time, it’s helpful to familiarise yourself with French road rules. Some key points include:
Be aware that traffic in the Lille area can be busy at peak times especially during rush hour in the city centre and around the major routes. It is advisable to plan your journeys in advance and check the parking restrictions, which are often regulated in central areas. Nearby motorways provide quick access to other major cities.
- Low emissions: There are several low emissions (ZFE) traffic zones around Lille and these require a Crit'Air sticker.
- Speed Limits: Generally, 50km/h in urban areas, 80km/h on two-lane regional roads, and 130km/h on motorways (110km/h in rain).
- Overtaking: Drive on the right and overtake on the left.
- No Headphones: It is strictly forbidden to use headphones or earbuds while driving.
Explore Lille with your Lille TGV station hire car
Hire a car at Lille-Europe TGV station and you can easily explore this dynamic and well-connected region. From the train station, the centre of Lille is quickly accessible, ideal for starting your stay.
Take a short drive from the train station into the city centre where there’s much to see and do. Lille is home to one of France's top museums, the Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille. Housed in a grand 19th century building, the fine art collections here range from European paintings and sculptures, to antique pieces and 17th and 18th century ceramics.
Other notable museums include the Lille Métropole Museum of Modern, Contemporary and Outsider Art and the Lille Natural History Museum. Another interesting cultural attraction is the Hospice Comtesse Museum, featuring original furniture and art dating from the 15th to 18th centuries.
Road trips from Lille TGV Station
A hire car from Avis at Lille-Europe TGV enables you to reach nearby towns, the north coast or to cross the Belgian border with ease. Renting a car in Lille Europe gives you the freedom to travel at your own pace with the flexibility to organise a road trip that fits your vacation plans. You can stop off at your leisure to enjoy the region’s towns, villages and countryside.
Belgium
With the Belgian border around an hour’s drive from Lille, it’s easy to add another country to your road trip itinerary and Belgium’s capital Brussels is just an hour and a half's drive. From the Grand Place and the Royal Palace of Brussels, to museums and beautiful parks, visitors are spoilt for choice. Head north from Lille and within just two hours you’ll arrive in the charming city of Bruges, home to tranquil canals, cobbled streets and incredible medieval architecture.
Lens
Many people visit the city of Lens (just a 30-minute drive south from Lille) for the massive Louvre Lens that opened here in 2012. A regional branch of the world-famous Louvre in Paris, this art museum is located on a 20-hectare former mining yard. Sensational art works and archaeological exhibits are displayed in this ultra-contemporary complex.
Why choose Avis for your car rental at Lille TGV Station?
Avis offers a rental experience designed to make your travels easier from the moment you arrive at Lille TGV Station. Our Lille TGV car rental location offers quick vehicle collection so you can continue your journey as soon as possible.
- Fully flexible
Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.
- Savings on coverage
When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.
- Loyalty benefits
Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.
- Faster collection
Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.
- VIP treatment
Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.
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Renter Requirements
- Cash
- Optional Coverages
- Credit Card Policies
- Debit Card Policies
- Drivers License
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Public Liability and Property Damage
- Additional Information
- Age Requirements
- Avis First
- Cancellations/No Shows
- Estimated Totals
- Fuel Policy
- ID Requirements
- Miscellaneous Information
- One Way Rentals
- Rental Options
- Returns
- Travel Into Other Countries
- Personal Accident and Effects Insurance (PEP)
In accordance with Article L.112-6 of the Monetary and Financial Code, we do not accept cash payments, except in cases expressly provided for by applicable law. If you can demonstrate that you are covered by a legal exemption, additional checks will be carried out regarding your identity, security, the validity of your driving licence and your creditworthiness, and proof of address must be provided.
