- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand French collections. Timed entry is commonly required and advance booking is strongly advised.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 18 trains that leave Lille Flandres for Paris Gare du Nord on Fri, Jun 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
7346+
K44 (843928)
7084
7078
7032
7072
7032
7014
7044
7052
7078Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (2h 6m by train vs 3h 29m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $97 (€80)). 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 | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
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 Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7082 | On time 8:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 9:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
K44 (843928)+ 7346 | On time 8:58 PM Lille Flandres | 1h50 | 10:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
7200 | 5:52 AM Lille Flandres | 1h16 | 7:08 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
5202 · 7104 | 6:15 AM Lille Flandres | 1h54 | 8:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
7006 | 7:12 AM Lille Flandres | 1h04 | 8:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7010 | 7:42 AM Lille Flandres | 1h03 | 8:45 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7014 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 1h01 | 9:13 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7020 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 10:14 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7026 | 10:12 AM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 11:14 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7032 | 11:43 AM Lille Flandres | 1h01 | 12:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7038 | 1:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 2:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7044 | 2:43 PM Lille Flandres | 1h01 | 3:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7052 | 4:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h01 | 5:13 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7060 | 5:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 6:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7068 | 6:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h02 | 7:14 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7072 | 6:42 PM Lille Flandres | 1h03 | 7:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
7076 | 7:12 PM Lille Flandres | 1h04 | 8:16 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:12, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 7:12 AM |
Last train 8:12 PM |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand French collections. Timed entry is commonly required and advance booking is strongly advised.
Major art museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Renoir. Popular time slots often sell out.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic inside-out architecture and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions. Advance tickets are commonly recommended.
Atmospheric hilltop district of steep lanes, artists' corners, viewpoints, and village-like charm. One of the best areas in Paris for wandering and photography.
Paris's most famous avenue, linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Known for grand urban scenery, flagship stores, and major national events.
Historic central district known for elegant mansions, small streets, boutiques, and lively squares. Popular for walking and discovering a more intimate side of Paris.
A classic Paris café sandwich of toasted bread, ham, and melted cheese, often finished with béchamel. It is a staple of traditional brasseries and quick lunches.
One of the great French brasserie standards: grilled steak served with fries, often with peppercorn or béarnaise sauce. It is especially associated with everyday Paris dining.
Parisian onion soup made from slowly caramelized onions in rich broth, topped with bread and melted cheese. It is a historic comfort dish linked to the city’s markets and bistros.
Well-regarded modern brasserie in the 10th arrondissement offering polished versions of French comfort dishes with a warm, bustling atmosphere.
Established bistro near Gare du Nord with a strong reputation for traditional French cooking, especially seafood and regional dishes, served in an intimate classic setting.
Historic brasserie directly opposite Gare du Nord, known for classic French dishes, seafood, and Art Nouveau style. A dependable choice for a traditional Paris meal near the station.
Paris is expensive for tourists. Meals and coffee near Gare du Nord cost more than in many French cities, though budget options still exist.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving small change or about 5-10% for excellent service is appreciated but not required. Round up for taxis.
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