The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Lille
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lille will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 12 trains that leave Nantes for Lille on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.
8926 · 72976:04 PM4h56Nantes station11:00 PMLille Flandres€751One-way1 transfer
8874 · 70531:04 PM4h44Nantes station5:48 PMLille Flandres€751One-way1 transfer
52883:20 PM4h18Nantes station7:38 PMLille-Europe€811One-way0 transfers
8984 · 70855:08 PM4h54Nantes station10:02 PMLille Flandres€821One-way1 transfer
5480 · 51922:08 PM4h54Nantes station7:02 PMLille Flandres€911One-way1 transfer
52768:04 AM4h15Nantes station12:19 PMLille-Europe€1231One-way0 transfers
52883:20 PM4h18Nantes station7:38 PMLille-Europe€811One-way0 transfers
98865:59 AM4h22Nantes station10:21 AMLille-Europe€1291One-way0 transfers
8874 · 70531:04 PM4h44Nantes station5:48 PMLille Flandres€751One-way1 transfer
8864 · 70318:08 AM4h44Nantes station12:52 PMLille Flandres€1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nantes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 508 km
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€95 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nantes to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Lille trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9886 | 5:59 AM Nantes station | 4h22 | 10:21 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
8804 · 7027 | 7:04 AM Nantes station | 4h44 | 11:48 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5276 | 8:04 AM Nantes station | 4h15 | 12:19 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
8864 · 7031 | 8:08 AM Nantes station | 4h44 | 12:52 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
12462 · 7035 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 4h46 | 1:50 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8972 · 7043 | 11:04 AM Nantes station | 4h44 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8916 · 7575 | 12:09 PM Nantes station | 4h59 | 5:08 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8874 · 7053 | 1:04 PM Nantes station | 4h44 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5480 · 5192 | 2:08 PM Nantes station | 4h54 | 7:02 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5288 | 3:20 PM Nantes station | 4h18 | 7:38 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 · 7085 | 5:08 PM Nantes station | 4h54 | 10:02 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8926 · 7297 | 6:04 PM Nantes station | 4h56 | 11:00 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Nantes to Lille
Trains from Nantes to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 508 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 508 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 7:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Nantes to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Nantes and Lille from €18. 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 Nantes to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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 Nantes to Lille
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 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
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