The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Lille
Cheapest price
€84
Average price
€150
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
834 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Lille will cost around €150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Of the 10 trains that leave Marseille for Lille on Sat, Jun 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 834 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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.
125545:38 AM5h57Marseille Saint-Charles11:35 AMLille-Europe€841One-way0 transfers
98545:38 AM5h57Marseille Saint-Charles11:35 AMLille-Europe€911One-way0 transfers
6112 · 75717:10 AM7h57Marseille Saint-Charles3:07 PMLille-Europe€1191One-way1 transfer
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98626:45 AM7h53Marseille Saint-Charles2:38 PMLille-Europe€1221One-way1 transfer
6120 · 98681:32 PM6h31Marseille Saint-Charles8:03 PMLille-Europe€1471One-way1 transfer
125545:38 AM5h57Marseille Saint-Charles11:35 AMLille-Europe€841One-way0 transfers
98545:38 AM5h57Marseille Saint-Charles11:35 AMLille-Europe€911One-way0 transfers
986611:00 AM6h20Marseille Saint-Charles5:20 PMLille-Europe€1631One-way0 transfers
6120 · 98681:32 PM6h31Marseille Saint-Charles8:03 PMLille-Europe€1471One-way1 transfer
6128 · 72974:30 PM6h37Marseille Saint-Charles11:07 PMLille Flandres€2061One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 834 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€134 Average price | €151 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 46m Average total duration 12h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Marseille to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Lille trains for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5738+ 7007+ 4770 | On time 7:23 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 13h25 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5772+ 7015 | On time 9:31 PM Marseille-Blancarde | 12h17 | 9:48 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
12554 | 5:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h57 | 11:35 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
9854 | 5:38 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 5h57 | 11:35 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
17700+ 9862 | 6:45 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h53 | 2:38 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
6112 · 7571 | 7:10 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h57 | 3:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
9866 | 11:00 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h20 | 5:20 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
886560+ 9708 · 7069 | 11:40 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h08 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
6120 · 9868 | 1:32 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h31 | 8:03 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
6122 · 7289 | 2:27 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h37 | 9:04 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
6176 · 7085 | 2:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h06 | 9:53 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
6128 · 7297 | 4:30 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h37 | 11:07 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Lille
Trains from Marseille to Lille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €73 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 834 km distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 834 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €73 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | Intercités de nuit from Marseille to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF | Intercités de nuit trains will get you between Marseille and Lille from €24. 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 Marseille to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille to Lille
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Square Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Banque
- La Table de l'Ours
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Kyriad Marseille Blancarde Timone
- Ibis Marseille Timone
- Hotel Azur
- Located near the main entrance
- 115 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Tramway: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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