- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 de l'Est will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lille Flandres for Paris Gare de l'Est on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m 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 de l'Est:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de l'Est take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
The journey is about 45m faster (1h 36m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly $52 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) 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 de l'Est trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:14 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 10:28 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:14 PM Lille Flandres | 2h18 | 7:32 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 7:14 AM |
Last train 8:02 PM |
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World-famous museum with masterpieces from antiquity to the 19th century, including the Mona Lisa and vast decorative arts collections.
Major art museum in a Beaux-Arts railway station, best known for outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out building and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, stairways, viewpoints, and strong visual appeal.
Lively historic neighborhood with elegant mansions, boutiques, small museums, and one of Paris's best walking atmospheres.
Classic Paris garden with fountains, tree-lined paths, statues, and chairs ideal for a relaxed stroll or break.
A classic Paris bistro dish of grilled steak served with crispy fries, prized for its simplicity and found on menus across the capital.
Traditional onion soup gratine with beef stock, bread, and melted cheese, strongly associated with historic Parisian brasseries.
A toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with bchamel, popular in Parisian cafs as a simple comfort food.
A respected traditional French bistro a short walk away, known for carefully prepared regional cuisine and a warm classic dining room.
A landmark brasserie opposite Gare du Nord known for seafood platters, Alsatian dishes, and traditional Parisian atmosphere.
Historic-style bouillon near the station serving classic French dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Budget eats exist, but sit-down meals and coffee near major stations cost more.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up small change or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 Paris Gare de l'Est, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille Flandres to Paris Gare de l'Est trains use the Lille Flandres to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Use this guide to compare Lille Flandres and Paris Gare de l'Est train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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-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 CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est 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: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
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