- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
866 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bayonne to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bayonne to Lille will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bayonne for Lille on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 866 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 31 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 16 h 46 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bayonne to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 538 miles (866 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$158 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest |
7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bayonne to Lille:
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bayonne to Lille costing on average $158 (€129).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Bayonne to Lille trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:59 PM Bayonne | 12h51 | 7:50 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 PM Bayonne | 12h51 | 8:50 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bayonne to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 538 miles (866 km) distance in 6h 8m.
Distance 538 miles (866 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 8m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
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, and relief maps.
A celebrated art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, set in a former Art Deco swimming pool and popular for its striking interior.
A former medieval hospital turned museum presenting Flemish art, period interiors, and local history in Old Lille.
Lille’s atmospheric old quarter, packed with Flemish façades, boutiques, and photogenic streets popular with visitors and locals alike.
The city’s main square, officially Place du Général-de-Gaulle, and a natural starting point for sightseeing and people-watching.
Elegant square beside the opera house and Vieille Bourse, known for classic city views and lively central atmosphere.
A hearty northern specialty of toasted bread topped with ham, covered in melted beer-cheese sauce, and often finished with an egg. It is iconic in Lille brasseries.
Traditional beef stew from French Flanders, slowly braised with dark beer and onions for a rich sweet-savory flavor. A classic regional comfort dish.
A chilled terrine of mixed meats in savory jelly, served with fries. It is a distinctive Flemish dish strongly associated with Lille and the surrounding region.
A respected restaurant highlighting Flemish and northern French products with a creative, contemporary approach. Warm atmosphere and strong regional identity.
A historic seafood restaurant known for its belle époque decor, oysters, fish, and classic French dining experience near the center.
An established Old Lille address famous for mussels, fries, and other northern brasserie staples. Casual, busy, and popular with both locals and visitors.
Moderate by French standards. Casual dining is reasonable, but hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Taxis can be rounded up; no tip is expected for casual coffee stops.
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