4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Lille
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€130
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€205
Fastest journey on Sep 17
7 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
8 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 17
6
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Lille will cost around €205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €130.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Lille without transferring at least once.
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70156:58 PM14h50Nice-Ville9:48 AMLille-Europe€1301One-way1 transfer- 6112 · 7037+
174665:39 AM8h39Nice Saint-Augustin2:18 PMLille-Europe€1771One-way2 transfers - 6176 · 706911:56 AM7h52Nice-Ville7:48 PMLille Flandres€2141One-way1 transfer
- 6174 · 70539:56 AM7h52Nice-Ville5:48 PMLille Flandres€2291One-way1 transfer
- 6188 · 70437:55 AM7h53Nice-Ville3:48 PMLille Flandres€2291One-way1 transfer
- 6174 · 70539:56 AM7h52Nice-Ville5:48 PMLille Flandres€2291One-way1 transfer
- 6176 · 706911:56 AM7h52Nice-Ville7:48 PMLille Flandres€2141One-way1 transfer
- 6188 · 70437:55 AM7h53Nice-Ville3:48 PMLille Flandres€2291One-way1 transfer
- 6112 · 7037+174665:39 AM8h39Nice Saint-Augustin2:18 PMLille-Europe€1771One-way2 transfers
- 6120 · 7065+1747610:31 AM9h02Nice Saint-Augustin7:33 PMLille Flandres€2511One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nice to Lille
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, while a train costs an average of €154.
Distance: 833 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€154 Average price | €119 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest | €295 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 37m Average total duration 15h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Lille:
A bus is €43 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Lille costing on average €119.
A bus is €78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Lille costing on average €154.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 25m.
Bus takes on average 15h 7m.
Live departures
Nice to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lille trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17466+6112 · 7037 | 5:39 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 8h39 | 2:18 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
| 6188 · 7043 | 7:55 AM Nice-Ville | 7h53 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 6174 · 7053 | 9:56 AM Nice-Ville | 7h52 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 17476+6120 · 7065 | 10:31 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 9h02 | 7:33 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
| 6176 · 7069 | 11:56 AM Nice-Ville | 7h52 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 5772+7015 | 6:58 PM Nice-Ville | 14h50 | 9:48 AM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Lille
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Trains from Nice to Lille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €89 but you can travel from only €36 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 833 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 833 km |
Average train duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €89 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 7:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TGV from Nice to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TGV trains will get you between Nice and Lille from €36. 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 Nice to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice to Lille
Most Nice to Lille trains use the Nice Ville to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Nice and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nice station do trains to Lille leave from?
Getting to Nice Ville from Nice city centre
Nice Ville train station facilities and services
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Getting to Nice Saint-Augustin from Nice city centre
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin train station facilities and services
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Getting to Nice Riquier from Nice city centre
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier train station facilities and services
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
Which Lille station do trains from Nice arrive at?
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-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 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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