- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mulhouse to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mulhouse to Lille will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
It's difficult to get from Mulhouse to Lille without transferring at least once.
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6700 · 7023Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mulhouse to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mulhouse to Lille:
A bus is $103 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mulhouse to Lille costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 38m.
The journey is about 2h 45m faster (3h 59m by train vs 6h 44m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($170 (€140) vs $177 (€145)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Mulhouse to Lille trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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96264+ 9574 · 7043 | On time 11:15 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h33 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
12188+ 9590+ 7047 | Delayed 9:29 AM 11:24 AMMulhouse-Ville | 5h24 | 4:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
12183 · 5454 · 12566 | On time 12:54 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h05 | 4:59 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
9583 · 5454 · 12566 | On time 12:54 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h05 | 4:59 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
96256+ 2430 · 7053 | 1:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h33 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
832356+ 2440 · 7581 | 2:16 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h51 | 7:07 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
96228+ 9894 | 3:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h31 | 8:16 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
96230+ 12102 · 7077 | 4:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h33 | 8:48 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
832310+ 5491 · 5260 | 5:35 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 5h05 | 10:40 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
6700 · 7023 | 5:46 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h58 | 10:44 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
832312+ 9578+ 7565 | 7:04 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 5h00 | 12:04 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
6702 · 7031 | 7:46 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 5h02 | 12:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
9206+ 7035 | 8:56 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h53 | 1:49 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
96218+ 2356 · 7571 | 9:45 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 5h22 | 3:07 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Mulhouse to Lille run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€83) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Contemporary art museum near Lille known for major modern collections, sculpture park, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, housed in a former swimming pool and famous for its atmospheric displays and design collections.
Lille's old town charms with cobbled lanes, Flemish façades, boutiques, and a lively atmosphere ideal for wandering and photography.
Long green park beside the citadel, popular for jogging, picnics, boating, and easy walks close to the center.
Large central square linking transport, shopping, and historic sights; a practical hub and one of the city's busiest meeting points.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew simmered with dark beer and bread. It is a signature dish of Lille and northern France, reflecting the region's brewing heritage.
A crisp tart made with Maroilles cheese, a strong local cow's milk cheese from the region. It is one of the most emblematic savory specialties around Lille.
Mussels served with fries, popular in Lille brasseries and during the Braderie. The dish reflects the city's Belgian influence and long-standing regional food culture.
Michelin-starred dining in Old Lille with polished modern French cuisine and seasonal tasting menus. Refined service in an intimate fine-dining room.
Popular estaminet serving regional northern dishes and local beers in a warm, rustic interior. A strong choice for traditional Lille comfort food.
Renowned pastry salon and tea room famous for Lille stuffed waffles and elegant sweets. A classic stop for local pastry heritage in a refined setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lille Flandres -> Grand Place, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mulhouse 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.

Most Mulhouse to Lille trains use the Mulhouse-Ville to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Mulhouse and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mulhouse-Ville is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le 17, Le Bistrot du Marché
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse-Ville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Mulhouse, Best Western Hotel de la Bourse, Ibis Mulhouse Ville Gare Centrale.
Mulhouse Dornach is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse Dornach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse Dornach. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse Dornach.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Mulhouse Dornach, Ibis Budget Mulhouse Dornach, Hotel Bristol.
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.
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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