- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
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Cheapest price
$207
Average price
$208
Fastest journey
12h 39m
Average duration
12h 41m
Trains per day
2
Distance
4 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hendaye to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 550 miles (886 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$154 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $314 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 26m Average total duration 13h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hendaye to Lille:
A bus is $91 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hendaye to Lille costing on average $154 (€127).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 56m.
The journey is about 2h 56m faster (7h 21m by train vs 10h 17m by car) and roughly $160 (€132) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($154 (€127) vs $314 (€259)). 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 Hendaye to Lille trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3740+ 7007+ F51 (866534) | 8:05 PM Hendaye station | 12h43 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3740+ 7007+ F51 (866534) | 8:09 PM Les Deux-Jumeaux | 12h39 | 8:48 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 7:33 AM Hendaye | 7h15 | 2:48 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Hendaye to Lille run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $32 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 550 miles (886 km) distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 550 miles (886 km) |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Contemporary art museum near Lille known for major modern collections, sculpture park, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, housed in a former swimming pool and famous for its atmospheric displays and design collections.
Lille's old town charms with cobbled lanes, Flemish façades, boutiques, and a lively atmosphere ideal for wandering and photography.
Long green park beside the citadel, popular for jogging, picnics, boating, and easy walks close to the center.
Large central square linking transport, shopping, and historic sights; a practical hub and one of the city's busiest meeting points.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew simmered with dark beer and bread. It is a signature dish of Lille and northern France, reflecting the region's brewing heritage.
A crisp tart made with Maroilles cheese, a strong local cow's milk cheese from the region. It is one of the most emblematic savory specialties around Lille.
Mussels served with fries, popular in Lille brasseries and during the Braderie. The dish reflects the city's Belgian influence and long-standing regional food culture.
Michelin-starred dining in Old Lille with polished modern French cuisine and seasonal tasting menus. Refined service in an intimate fine-dining room.
Popular estaminet serving regional northern dishes and local beers in a warm, rustic interior. A strong choice for traditional Lille comfort food.
Renowned pastry salon and tea room famous for Lille stuffed waffles and elegant sweets. A classic stop for local pastry heritage in a refined setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hendaye 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 Hendaye to Lille trains use the Hendaye to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Hendaye and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hendaye is 2 km from Hendaye city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendaye has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendaye.
Les Deux-Jumeaux has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux.
Available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: Ramps, restrooms.
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.
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