- Must visit
Les Jardins d'Étretat
Contemporary sculpture and landscape garden on the cliffs with curated installations and sea views. It blends art, design, and Étretat’s scenery.
Cheapest price on Oct 12
$70
Average ticket price on Oct 12
$93
Fastest journey on Oct 12
4 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
4 h 49 m
Trains on Oct 12
3
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Étretat is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Étretat will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Étretat without transferring at least 2 times.
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850371Trains from Lille to Étretat run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€51) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:44, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (228 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€51) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 8:44 AM |
Last train 6:49 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Étretat trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Lille | 5h13 | 7:23 PM Étretat | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Lille | 4h16 | 7:21 PM Étretat | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Lille | 4h16 | 8:21 PM Étretat | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, October 12 | |||||
848900+ 88051+ 3105 | 6:53 AM Lille Flandres | 4h33 | 11:26 AM Étretat, Normandie | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Contemporary sculpture and landscape garden on the cliffs with curated installations and sea views. It blends art, design, and Étretat’s scenery.
Maurice Leblanc’s former house-museum explores Arsène Lupin through immersive displays. A top cultural stop for literature fans in Étretat.
Small local gallery presenting paintings inspired by the Norman coast. A useful stop for visitors seeking contemporary regional art.
Main pebble beach framed by famous chalk cliffs. It is the essential place for views, photography, and easy access to Étretat’s coastal walks.
Clifftop path west of town leading to Porte d'Aval and the Needle. It offers some of the best panoramas on the Normandy coast.
Formal artistic gardens overlooking the sea, famous for topiary and installations. One of Étretat’s most photogenic recent attractions.
Fresh Normandy oysters are prized on this coast for their briny, clean flavor and are a classic seaside treat near Étretat.
Moules marinières are mussels cooked with white wine, shallots, and butter, a beloved French coastal dish commonly served in Étretat.
Sole meunière is local sole lightly pan-fried in butter and lemon, showcasing the fresh fish landed along the Normandy coast.
Refined seafood restaurant with cliff views, known for elegant Norman dishes and a polished setting suited to a special meal.
Established Étretat address serving seafood and Norman classics in a traditional, comfortable dining room near the seafront.
Casual crêperie popular for galettes, crêpes, and cider, offering a relaxed stop for a simple regional meal in town.
Moderate for coastal France. Hotels rise in summer; dining is mid-priced, while local buses are affordable. Scenic location can make tourist-area meals cost more than inland towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés is enough. Taxis are often rounded up to the next euro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Étretat 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 Étretat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille to Étretat trains use the Lille Flandres to Fécamp station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Étretat 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.
Étretat, Normandie has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Étretat, Normandie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Étretat, Normandie: Ramps, restrooms.
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