The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Lille
Cheapest price
€91
Average price
€121
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Lille will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €91.
Of the 7 trains that leave Bordeaux for Lille on Tue, Jan 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct trains cover the 699 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12254 · 7173+
K44 (843915)
8508 · 7047
8560 · 7037
12258 · 7057
12250 · 7569
8508 · 7047
8560 · 7037
12258 · 7057
5284
8582 · 7185+
K40 (843868)Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €92.
Distance: 699 km
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€142 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €134 Average price |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Lille trains for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12250 · 7569 | On time 7:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h54 | 12:40 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8530 · 7037 | On time 8:48 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h30 | 1:18 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
12254 · 7043 | On time 9:47 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h01 | 2:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8508 · 7047 | On time 11:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h02 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5284 | On time 12:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h44 | 4:58 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
12258 · 7577 | On time 12:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h21 | 5:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
12260 · 7581 | On time 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h21 | 6:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8582 · 7185+ K40 (843868) | On time 2:49 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h49 | 7:38 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
8582 · 7077 | On time 2:49 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h59 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8414 · 7591 | On time 4:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h32 | 8:40 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8544 · 7297 | On time 5:42 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h25 | 10:07 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Lille
Trains from Bordeaux to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €92 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 699 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 699 km |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €92 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF from Bordeaux to Lille trainsTGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Lille from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Lille by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bordeaux, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, Bordeaux and Bordeaux-Benauge. When arriving in Lille, you can end your trip in train stations like Lille Flandres, Lille-Europe and Lille CHR.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lille Flandres, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Lille
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
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