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La Piscine - Musée d'Art et d'Industrie André Diligent
A celebrated art and design museum in a former Art Deco swimming pool in nearby Roubaix, known for sculpture, decorative arts, and its striking central nave.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dijon to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $198.
Distance: 271 miles (437 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dijon to Lille:
A bus is $128 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dijon to Lille costing on average $198 (€160).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 56m.
You'll arrive about 3h 16m sooner (3h 13m by train vs 6h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $198 (€160) compared to roughly $94 (€76) 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.
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Trains from Dijon to Lille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $198 (€160) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:33, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $198 (€160) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 7:33 AM |
Last train 5:33 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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A celebrated art and design museum in a former Art Deco swimming pool in nearby Roubaix, known for sculpture, decorative arts, and its striking central nave.
One of France's major fine arts museums, with notable paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps. A cornerstone cultural visit in central Lille.
One of the region's leading modern and contemporary art museums, with strong collections of 20th-century art and art brut in a spacious park setting.
The atmospheric old town, full of Flemish façades, boutique-lined streets, and photogenic corners. Ideal for wandering and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Lille's main square and social heart, surrounded by historic architecture and always lively. A natural starting point for exploring the center.
An elegant central square framed by the opera and the Vieille Bourse, especially popular for architecture photos and quick orientation in the city core.
Mussels steamed with aromatics and served with fries, a beloved regional staple across French Flanders and Belgium.
Slow-braised beef stew cooked with dark beer, onions, and bread or mustard, a classic Flemish comfort dish.
A hearty northern specialty of toast, ham, and melted Cheddar enriched with beer, often topped with an egg.
Well-known traditional estaminet serving classic northern dishes including carbonnade and potjevleesch in a rustic Old Lille atmosphere.
Famous pastry shop known for airy meringue-and-cream merveilleux and other northern sweets, ideal for a Lille dessert stop.
Historic Lille institution celebrated for its filled waffles, elegant tea room, and refined pastry tradition in a grand setting.
Prices are moderate by Belgian standards. Casual meals are fair value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Taxis are often rounded up to the next euro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dijon 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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