- 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
$17
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
92 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 $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 13 trains that leave Calais for Lille on Sat, Jun 20, 13 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 92 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
K71 (844836)
K71 (844850)
K71 (844846)
K71 (844842)
K71 (844840)
7544
7522
844412
7516
7534Omio 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 $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Calais to Lille:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calais to Lille costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 16m.
The journey is about 28m faster (48m by train vs 1h 16m by car) and roughly $0.21 (€0.17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $22 (€18)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Calais 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
K71 (844810) | 5:29 AM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 6:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844400 | 6:07 AM Calais - Fréthun | 0h33 | 6:40 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844812) | 6:29 AM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 7:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7508 | 7:05 AM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 7:33 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
844402 | 7:35 AM Calais - Fréthun | 0h29 | 8:04 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
844404 | 8:07 AM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 8:35 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844816) | 8:29 AM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 9:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
P54 (846542) · K70 (844908) | 8:40 AM Calais Ville | 1h40 | 10:20 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
P72 (844608)+ 844504 | 9:00 AM Calais Ville | 1h31 | 10:31 AM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
7516 | 10:07 AM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 10:35 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844818) | 10:29 AM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 11:47 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844820) | 11:29 AM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 12:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7520 | 12:27 PM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 12:55 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
P71 (846506) · C70 (844122) | 12:45 PM Calais Ville | 2h22 | 3:07 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
P72 (844610)+ 844506 | 1:02 PM Calais Ville | 2h17 | 3:19 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
K71 (844822) | 2:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 3:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844824) | 3:28 PM Calais Ville | 1h19 | 4:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
P54 (846544) · K70 (844914) | 3:44 PM Calais Ville | 1h36 | 5:20 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
P72 (844612)+ 844512 | 3:49 PM Calais Ville | 1h42 | 5:31 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
K71 (844826) | 4:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 5:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7534 | 5:15 PM Calais - Fréthun | 0h30 | 5:45 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844828) | 5:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 6:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844408 | 6:07 PM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 6:35 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844830) | 6:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 7:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844410 | 7:18 PM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 7:46 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844832) | 7:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 8:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K71 (844834) | 8:29 PM Calais Ville | 1h18 | 9:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7546 | 8:30 PM Calais - Fréthun | 0h28 | 8:58 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Calais to Lille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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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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