4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Lille
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€102
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€191
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 18
9
Distance
543 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Lille will cost around €191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Lille without transferring at least once.
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965505:14 AM6h20Geneva station11:34 AMLille-Europe€1021One-way1 transfer
9760+72656:28 AM5h58Geneva station12:26 PMLille-Europe€1481One-way1 transfer- 12566+9656211:24 AM5h40Geneva station5:04 PMLille-Europe€1601One-way1 transfer
- 9764+75698:21 AM5h27Geneva station1:48 PMLille-Europe€1831One-way1 transfer
- 9776+75914:23 PM5h22Geneva station9:45 PMLille-Europe€1931One-way1 transfer
- 9774+70652:27 PM5h06Geneva station7:33 PMLille Flandres€2501One-way1 transfer
- 9770+705312:27 PM5h21Geneva station5:48 PMLille Flandres€2231One-way1 transfer
- 9768+704310:27 AM5h21Geneva station3:48 PMLille Flandres€2181One-way1 transfer
- 9776+75914:23 PM5h22Geneva station9:45 PMLille-Europe€1931One-way1 transfer
- 9764+75698:21 AM5h27Geneva station1:48 PMLille-Europe€1831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 543 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price | €247 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Lille:
A bus is €63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Lille costing on average €132.
A bus is €68 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Lille costing on average €137.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 51m.
Bus takes on average 11h 5m.
Live departures
Geneva to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lille trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9774+7065 | On time 2:27 PM Geneva station | 5h06 | 7:33 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 9776+7591 | On time 4:23 PM Geneva station | 5h22 | 9:45 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 12554+96550 | 5:14 AM Geneva station | 6h20 | 11:34 AM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 9760+7265 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 5h58 | 12:26 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 9764+7569 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 5h27 | 1:48 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 9756+9862 | 8:30 AM Geneva station | 5h58 | 2:28 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 9768+7043 | 10:27 AM Geneva station | 5h21 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 12566+96562 | 11:24 AM Geneva station | 5h40 | 5:04 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 9770+7053 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 5h21 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Lille
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €75 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 543 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 543 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €75 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 6:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER from Geneva to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER trains will get you between Geneva and Lille from €32. 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 Geneva to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Lille
Most Geneva to Lille trains use the Genève to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Lille leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Which Lille station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Lille-Europe from Lille city centre
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe train station facilities and services
Lille-Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Getting to Lille Flandres from Lille city centre
Lille Flandres train station facilities and services
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Getting to Lille CHR from Lille city centre
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR train station facilities and services
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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