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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Douai
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Douai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 36 trains that leave Lille for Douai on Mon, Jun 22, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 19 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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5:53 PM0h21Lille Flandres6:14 PMDouaiFind prices0 transfers.png)
11:53 AM0h20Lille Flandres12:13 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers- 12:23 PM0h22Lille Flandres12:45 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 12:27 PM0h42Lille Flandres1:09 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 12:53 PM0h19Lille Flandres1:12 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 8:58 PM0h18Lille Flandres9:16 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 12:53 PM0h19Lille Flandres1:12 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 4:23 PM0h19Lille Flandres4:42 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 5:23 PM0h19Lille Flandres5:42 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
- 6:23 PM0h19Lille Flandres6:42 PMDouai$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lille to Douai
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Douai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Douai:
A train is $28 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lille to Douai costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Douai take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1h 40m sooner (42m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $8 (€6) 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.
Direct services run with Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Douai
Belgium
France
Trains from Lille to Douai run on average 25 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lille to Douai trainsRéseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lille and Douai from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lille to Douai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Douai 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 Douai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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