The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunkirk to Lille
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunkirk to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Lille will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 10 trains that leave Dunkirk for Lille on Sun, Dec 07, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
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844932Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dunkirk to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. 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 €2, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dunkirk to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Lille trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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844932 | On time 8:17 AM Dunkerque | 1h04 | 9:21 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844948 | On time 10:12 AM Dunkerque | 1h08 | 11:20 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844936 | On time 11:33 AM Dunkerque | 1h14 | 12:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844508 | On time 12:10 PM Dunkerque | 0h32 | 12:42 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
844938 | On time 12:17 PM Dunkerque | 1h04 | 1:21 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844940 | On time 2:16 PM Dunkerque | 1h04 | 3:20 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844942 | On time 4:17 PM Dunkerque | 1h04 | 5:21 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
844944 | On time 4:33 PM Dunkerque | 1h14 | 5:47 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7242 | On time 6:13 PM Dunkerque | 0h31 | 6:44 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
844946 | On time 6:17 PM Dunkerque | 1h04 | 7:21 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
7344 · 844850 | On time 6:54 PM Dunkerque | 1h27 | 8:21 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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SNCF TER as well as SNCF offer trains services from Dunkirk to Lille. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Dunkirk to Lille.
Why book with Omio vs SNCF TER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF TER, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Dunkirk to Lille.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SNCF TER tickets can be bought on SNCF TER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of SNCF to help you choose the right option for your journey from Dunkirk to Lille.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunkirk to Lille
Trains from Dunkirk to Lille run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $3 (€2) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF from Dunkirk to Lille trainsSNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Dunkirk and Lille from $3 (€2). 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 Dunkirk to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dunkirk to Lille
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Grand Morien
- La Patatière
- 3 Brewers
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- All Suites Appart Hôtel Dunkerque
- Ibis Dunkerque Centre
- Hotel Borel
- Located in the main hall
- 722 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free city bus service
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
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