- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$230
Fastest journey
8 h 53 m
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
1030 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Lille will cost around $230 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Lille without transferring at least once.
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5182Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $179.
Distance: 640 miles (1030 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$287 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $248 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 21m Average total duration 15h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Lille:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Lille costing on average $115 (€92).
A bus is $210 (€169) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Lille costing on average $287 (€231).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 56m.
Bus takes on average 15h 51m.
You'll arrive about 4h 6m sooner (7h 56m by train vs 12h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $287 (€231) compared to roughly $248 (€200) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Lille trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3140+ 6204 · 7069 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h48 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3140+ 6206 · 7295 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h08 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3140+ 6206 · 7087 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h20 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3140+ 9708 · 7061 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h48 | 6:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3140+ 5182+ 86970 · 876420 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h06 | 10:06 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
50026+ 6206 · 7087 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h35 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
50026+ 6206 · 7295 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h23 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
50026+ 6204 · 7069 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h03 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
50026+ 9708 · 7061 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h03 | 6:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
50026+ 5182+ 876420 · 86970 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h21 | 10:06 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
3136+ 6206 · 7087 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h05 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3136+ 6206 · 7295 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h53 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3614+ 6206 · 7295 | 8:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h23 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3614+ 6206 · 7087 | 8:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h35 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 6206 · 7295 | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h08 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
4249+ 6206 · 7295 | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h08 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
4249+ 6206 · 7087 | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h20 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3177+ 6206 · 7087 | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h50 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3177+ 5738+ 7007 | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 22h18 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3177+ 6206 · 7295 | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h38 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
93130+ 6206 · 7295 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h08 | 11:08 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
93130+ 5738+ 7007 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 21h48 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
93130+ 6206 · 7087 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h20 | 10:20 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
93118+ 5738+ 7007 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 20h48 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 5738+ 7007 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 20h48 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 5738+ 7007 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 20h48 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
4822+ 5738+ 7007 | 2:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h28 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 5738+ 7007 | 3:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h33 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3156+ 5738+ 7007 | 3:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h33 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 5738+ 7007 | 3:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h33 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
4732+ 5738+ 7007 | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h48 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
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83134+ 876414+ 6204 · 7065 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h49 | 7:19 PM Lille Flandres | 3 transfers | |
83134+ 876252+ 6871 · 12566 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h50 | 5:20 PM Lille-Europe | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Lille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $179 (€144) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 640 miles (1030 km) distance in 8h 33m.
Distance 640 miles (1030 km) |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $179 (€144) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 33m |
First train 5:18 AM |
Last train 6:22 PM |
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Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
A celebrated museum in nearby Roubaix set in a former Art Deco swimming pool, with fine art, design, ceramics, and textiles.
Major modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d’Ascq with a sculpture park and strong collections of 20th-century and outsider art.
The city’s most atmospheric district, filled with Flemish-style facades, boutiques, cobbled streets, and photogenic corners.
Lille’s central square and main meeting point, surrounded by grand historic buildings and a classic starting point for visits.
Busy square framed by the opera house, Vieille Bourse, and elegant facades, popular for classic city views and photos.
A classic stew of beef slowly braised in northern French beer, often slightly sweet and served with fries. It is one of the signature comfort dishes of Lille and French Flanders.
A hearty regional specialty of toasted bread covered with ham, mustard, and a rich cheddar-beer sauce, usually topped with an egg. It is especially associated with Lille brasseries.
A traditional Flemish terrine of assorted white meats set in jelly and typically served cold with fries. It is a historic dish strongly linked to the Lille area.
A well-known restaurant by Florent Ladeyn focused on refined northern French and Flemish cuisine with seasonal local products in a contemporary setting.
A celebrated pastry shop specializing in meringue-and-cream merveilleux and other northern sweets. Ideal for a classic Lille dessert stop.
A classic old-town estaminet serving traditional regional dishes and local beers in a rustic, cozy setting that reflects Lille's Flemish heritage.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up in cafes and taxis.
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