The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Lille
Cheapest price
€83
Average price
€114
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Lille will cost around €114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rennes for Lille on Mon, Dec 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rennes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes 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 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 443 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€97 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rennes to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Lille trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8708 · 7035 | On time 8:55 AM Rennes station | 3h53 | 12:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5280 | On time 11:00 AM Rennes station | 3h41 | 2:41 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
8090 · 7045 | On time 11:52 AM Rennes station | 3h26 | 3:18 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8720 · 7053 | On time 12:35 PM Rennes station | 4h13 | 4:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5460 · 5288 | On time 3:03 PM Rennes station | 3h36 | 6:39 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8086 · 7073 | On time 3:35 PM Rennes station | 4h09 | 7:44 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8730 · 7081 | On time 4:35 PM Rennes station | 3h46 | 8:21 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8642 · 7093 | On time 6:35 PM Rennes station | 4h13 | 10:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Lille
Trains from Rennes to Lille run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 21:54 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TGV from Rennes to Lille trainsTGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Rennes 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 Rennes to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Rennes, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 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 Rennes to Lille
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- 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
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
- 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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