There are 5 ways to get from Paris to Lille by train, bus, rideshare or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Paris to Lille by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Lille is to bus which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 40m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Lille is to train which costs €27 - €55 and takes 1h 2m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris and arriving at Lille. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Lille Flandres. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.
The distance between Paris and Lille is 204 km. The road distance is 216.5 km.
The best way to get from Paris to Lille without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs €27 - €55.
The train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.
Paris to Lille bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.
Paris to Lille train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Nord station.
The best way to get from Paris to Lille is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs €27 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 40m.
- Distance: 203.9 km
- Duration: 1h 2m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Lille, France?
TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres hourly. Tickets cost €45 - €55 and the journey takes 1h 2m. SNCF also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris to Lille hourly. Tickets cost €13 - €16 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Blablabus also services this route hourly.
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €45 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €55
- 1st Class
- €45 - €55
Train from Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle TGV to Lille-Flandres
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 37m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €55
- 1st Class
- €40 - €50
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Paris Nord to Lille Flandres
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €27 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €27 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €35 - €55
The Réseau Express Régional (RER) has 5 lines that connect central Paris to the city suburbs, including notable destinations such as Charles de Gaulle airport, Disneyland Paris and Versailles. The RER is also a great option for getting around the city centre as it operates like an express subway train (like the Paris metro, but with fewer stops). If you’re travelling solely within central Paris Zone 1, you can use a Paris Metro ticket. If you’re travelling beyond Zone 1, you’ll need to purchase a Billet Ile-de-France. Children under 4 travel free on the RER.
Contact Details
Train from Gare du Nord to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2
- Ave. Duration
- 34 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €5 - €8
- Website
- RATP Paris
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Paris to Lille
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13 - €16
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Lille
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Blablabus
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Paris to Lille
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €14
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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Paris to Lille bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.
Paris to Lille train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Flandres station.
Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Lille is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Paris to Lille.
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