- Must visit
Fugger und Welser Erlebnismuseum
An interactive museum about the Fugger and Welser merchant dynasties and Augsburg’s role in global trade during the Renaissance. Popular for multimedia exhibits and family-friendly presentation.
Cheapest price
$194
Average price
$255
Fastest journey
7 h 12 m
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
618 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Augsburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Augsburg will cost around $255 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $194.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lille for Augsburg on Fri, May 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 618 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 12 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 14 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Augsburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 384 miles (618 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$245 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Augsburg:
A bus is $171 (€138) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Augsburg costing on average $245 (€198).
Other travel options to Augsburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 40m.
You'll arrive about 1h 15m sooner (7h 13m by train vs 8h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $245 (€198) compared to roughly $148 (€119) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Augsburg trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:27 AM Lille | 7h14 | 4:41 PM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Lille | 7h14 | 5:41 PM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Lille | 7h13 | 5:41 PM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Lille | 7h12 | 7:04 PM Augsburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lille to Augsburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€115) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 384 miles (618 km) distance in 7h 11m.
Distance 384 miles (618 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€115) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 12:31 AM |
Last train 6:09 PM |
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An interactive museum about the Fugger and Welser merchant dynasties and Augsburg’s role in global trade during the Renaissance. Popular for multimedia exhibits and family-friendly presentation.
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A grand historic avenue lined with notable buildings, fountains, and elegant facades. It is one of Augsburg’s most important streets for sightseeing and classic city views.
A charming canal district with small bridges, historic houses, and atmospheric streets. It is among Augsburg’s most photogenic and increasingly popular areas on social media.
A thin yeast or shortcrust sheet cake topped densely with halved plums. It is Augsburg’s best-known specialty and a classic seasonal bake.
Swabian egg noodles layered with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. A staple across Bavian Swabia and very common in Augsburg.
Large Swabian filled pasta pockets, traditionally stuffed with meat, spinach, bread, and herbs, served in broth or pan-fried.
Established fine-dining restaurant in Augsburg known for modern seasonal cuisine, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere.
Long-running traditional restaurant in the old town known for hearty regional dishes and a cozy historic tavern feel.
Historic city-hall cellar restaurant serving Bavarian and Swabian classics in a traditional vaulted setting popular with visitors and locals.
Generally moderate for Germany: groceries and local transport are reasonable, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or tip 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated at cafes; not expected for counter service.
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