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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Metz to Lille
Cheapest price
$169
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Lille will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $169.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Lille without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Metz to Lille
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Metz to Lille 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 flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $227.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$227 Average price | $150 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Metz to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Lille trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:23 AM Metz | 2h57 | 9:20 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 7:28 AM Metz | 3h50 | 11:18 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 10:57 AM Metz | 3h23 | 2:20 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 1:52 PM Metz | 2h56 | 4:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 3:05 PM Metz | 2h43 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metz to Lille
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Trains from Metz to Lille run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $227 (€184) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $227 (€184) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 06:59 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: SNCF, TGV INOUI from Metz to Lille trainsSNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Metz and Lille from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Metz to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Metz to Lille
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth
- Starbucks
- Bonne Journée
- Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
- ATC
- Ibis Metz Centre Gare
- Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
- Bus lines: 1/21/31, 2, 3, 5/25, 8, 9, 11/44, 13, 17, U, Noctambus 51, Noctambus 52
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER A14, TER L15, TER L27, TER L28, TER L30
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