The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Lille
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Lille will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Calais for Lille on Tue, Dec 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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 Calais to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €32.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€32 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Calais to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Lille trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:31 PM Calais | 1h16 | 4:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 2 | |||||
![]() | 5:31 AM Calais | 1h16 | 6:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:42 AM Calais | 1h38 | 7:20 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:33 AM Calais | 1h14 | 7:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Calais | 1h36 | 8:20 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Calais | 1h14 | 8:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Calais to Lille by train or bus
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Why should you book Calais to Lille trains with Omio?
SNCF operates all train services from Calais to Lille. Omio is the only official third party seller for SNCF tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Calais to Lille.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Lille
Trains from Calais to Lille run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 20:31 |
Train companies: SNCF from Calais to Lille trainsSNCF trains will get you between Calais and Lille from $16 (€13). 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 Calais to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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.

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