- 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
$73
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
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 $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Étretat without transferring at least 2 times.
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88053Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Étretat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 141 miles (228 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Étretat:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Étretat costing on average $81 (€65).
Other travel options to Étretat take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $87 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Étretat trains for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7044+ 3123+ 850316 | 2:42 PM Lille Flandres | 4h16 | 6:58 PM Étainhus - Saint-Romain | 2 transfers | |
7044+ 3123+ 850344 | 2:42 PM Lille Flandres | 4h45 | 7:27 PM Fécamp station | 2 transfers | |
7044+ 3123+ 88057 | 2:43 PM Lille-Europe | 4h43 | 7:26 PM Étretat, Normandie | 2 transfers | |
7052+ 3129+ 850371 | 4:12 PM Lille Flandres | 5h13 | 9:25 PM Fécamp station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lille to Étretat run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) 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 54m.
Distance 141 miles (228 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 8:44 AM |
Last train 6:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Étretat — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Étretat trip today.
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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