- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy
Major fine-arts museum on Place Stanislas, known for European paintings, Daum glass, and its elegant historic setting.
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Nancy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Nancy will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
It's difficult to get from Lille to Nancy without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Nancy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $222.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$222 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Nancy:
A bus is $166 (€135) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Nancy costing on average $222 (€181).
Other travel options to Nancy take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (3h 53m by train vs 4h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $222 (€181) compared to roughly $79 (€64) 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 Nancy trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:59 AM Lille Europe | 8h45 | 4:44 PM Nancy | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lille to Nancy run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $222 (€181) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $222 (€181) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 7:16 AM |
Last train 6:20 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major fine-arts museum on Place Stanislas, known for European paintings, Daum glass, and its elegant historic setting.
Key Art Nouveau museum in a former collector's house, showcasing furniture, glass, and decorative arts from the Nancy school.
Landmark Art Nouveau house designed for Louis Majorelle, notable for architecture, interiors, and decorative detail.
Nancy's old town with medieval streets, heritage buildings, and a strong local atmosphere ideal for walking.
Large central park beside the historic core, popular for strolls, lawns, and relaxed city-center breaks.
Smaller UNESCO-listed square with elegant symmetry and a quieter feel than Place Stanislas.
The iconic savory tart from Lorraine, made with a rich custard and lardons in pastry. It is one of the region's best-known traditional dishes.
A classic Lorraine specialty of puff pastry filled with a creamy ragout, often with veal, poultry, and mushrooms. Popular in traditional brasseries.
A regional pastry filled with marinated pork and veal, baked in a golden crust. It is a beloved rustic specialty across Lorraine.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant offering elegant contemporary French cuisine in a calm, upscale setting near Parc de la Pépinière.
Well-regarded central Nancy restaurant known for polished seasonal French cooking, creative plates, and an intimate atmosphere.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie in Nancy, famed for its grand dining room and classic Lorraine dishes such as seafood platters, choucroute, and regional specialties.
Moderate by French standards: cafés and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small change in cafés is optional.
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Nancy Ville, Nancy -> Place Stanislas, Nancy
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