- 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
$115
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille without transferring at least once.
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7093Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 335 miles (540 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$118 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille costing on average $118 (€97).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 48m.
The journey is about 1h 48m faster (5h 11m by train vs 6h 59m by car) and roughly $80 (€65) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($118 (€97) vs $198 (€162)). 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.
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 Clermont-Ferrand to Lille trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5958+ 7031 | 6:23 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h25 | 12:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5962+ 7571 | 8:26 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h41 | 3:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
5966+ 7575 | 10:25 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h42 | 5:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
874004+ 4402+ 5158 | 10:34 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h46 | 5:20 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
89805+ 886871+ 5192 | 11:10 AM Clermont-Ferrand station | 8h34 | 7:44 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5970+ 7069 | 1:25 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h23 | 7:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
89831+ 6696 · 7085 | 1:30 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 8h23 | 9:53 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5978+ 7297 | 4:25 PM Clermont-Ferrand station | 6h42 | 11:07 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Clermont-Ferrand to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 335 miles (540 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 335 miles (540 km) |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:12 PM |
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One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
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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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Lille Flandres, Lille -> Rihour, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Clermont-Ferrand 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.

Most Clermont-Ferrand to Lille trains use the Clermont-Ferrand to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Clermont-Ferrand and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Clermont-Ferrand is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont-Ferrand has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Duguesclin, Restaurant Lard et la Manière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Clermont-Ferrand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Clermont-Ferrand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont-Ferrand: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Clermont-Ferrand Centre, Hotel Oceania Clermont-Ferrand, Hotel Mercure Clermont Ferrand Centre Jaude.
Clermont La Rotonde is 1 km from Clermont-Ferrand city centre. Public transport options include:
Clermont La Rotonde has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
ATMs are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Parking, WC.
Available at Clermont La Rotonde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont La Rotonde.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Lille - Porte de Douai is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
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