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Musée d'art et d'histoire
A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
CHF 87
Average ticket price on Oct 16
CHF 195
Fastest journey on Oct 16
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
5 h 28 m
Trains on Oct 16
36
Distance
543 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Geneva will cost around CHF 195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 87.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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96530Trains from Lille to Geneva run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 15 but you can travel from only CHF 8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 337 miles (543 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 337 miles (543 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 15 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Geneva trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7068+ 9789 | On time 6:12 PM Lille Flandres | 5h24 | 11:36 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 16 | |||||
5102+ 96506 | 5:20 AM Lille Flandres | 6h20 | 11:40 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5102+ 96510 | 5:20 AM Lille Flandres | 9h20 | 2:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5102+ 96508 | 5:20 AM Lille Flandres | 7h20 | 12:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7200+ 9763 | 5:30 AM Lille Flandres | 6h06 | 11:36 AM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7200 · 6681+ 96514 | 5:30 AM Lille Flandres | 11h11 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7200 · 6681+ 96510 | 5:30 AM Lille Flandres | 9h10 | 2:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7200 · 6681+ 96508 | 5:30 AM Lille Flandres | 7h10 | 12:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
12510+ 96510 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 7h18 | 2:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7014 · 6609+ 96518 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 10h28 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7014 · 6609+ 96510 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 6h28 | 2:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7014+ 9765 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 5h24 | 1:36 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7014 · 6609+ 96514 | 8:12 AM Lille Flandres | 8h29 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
9812+ 96514 | 8:56 AM Lille-Europe | 7h45 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9812+ 96510 | 8:56 AM Lille-Europe | 5h44 | 2:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9812+ 96518 | 8:56 AM Lille-Europe | 9h44 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9812+ 96520 | 8:56 AM Lille-Europe | 10h44 | 7:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7020 · 6611+ 96514 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 7h29 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7020 · 6611+ 96518 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 9h28 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7020 · 6611+ 96520 | 9:12 AM Lille Flandres | 10h28 | 7:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7026+ 9773 | 10:12 AM Lille-Europe | 5h24 | 3:36 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
12526+ 96514 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 5h44 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
12526+ 96518 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 7h43 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9826+ 96514 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 5h44 | 4:41 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
9826+ 96518 | 10:57 AM Lille-Europe | 7h43 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7032 · 6617+ 96520 | 11:30 AM Lille-Europe | 8h10 | 7:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7032 · 6617+ 96518 | 11:30 AM Lille-Europe | 7h10 | 6:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7032+ 9775 | 11:30 AM Lille-Europe | 6h06 | 5:36 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
7032 · 6617+ 96522 | 11:30 AM Lille-Europe | 9h10 | 8:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7038 · 6619+ 96520 | 1:12 PM Lille Flandres | 6h28 | 7:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7038 · 6619+ 96530 | 1:12 PM Lille Flandres | 9h28 | 10:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7038 · 6619+ 96522 | 1:12 PM Lille Flandres | 7h28 | 8:40 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
5120+ 96530 | 3:13 PM Lille-Europe | 7h27 | 10:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5120+ 889386+ 9781 | 3:13 PM Lille-Europe | 6h23 | 9:36 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
7052+ 9781 | 4:12 PM Lille Flandres | 5h24 | 9:36 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
5135+ 96530 | 4:57 PM Lille-Europe | 5h43 | 10:40 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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A major fine arts museum with strong Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern art, in a grand historic building.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille to Geneva trains use the Lille-Europe to Genève station pair, with some services arriving at Genève-Aéroport. Use this guide to compare Lille and Geneva train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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 - Porte de Douai is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
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