- 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
$66
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Lille will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 13 trains that leave Nantes for Lille on Tue, Jul 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8860 · 7015
5288
9886
8874 · 7577
8972 · 5280
8804 · 7025
8922 · 7065
8814 · 7057
9886
5288Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Lille:
A bus is $62 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Lille costing on average $95 (€95).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 28m.
Bus takes on average 7h 3m.
The journey is about 1h 6m faster (5h 28m by train vs 6h 34m by car) and roughly $65 (€65) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($95 (€95) vs $159 (€159)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
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 Nantes to Lille trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12494 · 7591 | 5:08 PM Nantes station | 4h32 | 9:40 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8926 · 7297 | 6:04 PM Nantes station | 5h03 | 11:07 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, July 28 | |||||
8860 · 7015 | 5:08 AM Nantes station | 4h40 | 9:48 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
9886 | 5:59 AM Nantes station | 4h17 | 10:16 AM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
8804 · 7025 | 7:04 AM Nantes station | 4h13 | 11:17 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8912 · 7569 | 9:04 AM Nantes station | 4h36 | 1:40 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8972 · 5280 | 11:04 AM Nantes station | 4h45 | 3:49 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8916 · 7047 | 12:09 PM Nantes station | 4h39 | 4:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5306 · 5284 | 12:44 PM Nantes station | 5h14 | 5:58 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8874 · 7577 | 1:04 PM Nantes station | 5h03 | 6:07 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8814 · 7057 | 2:03 PM Nantes station | 4h15 | 6:18 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8922 · 7065 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 4h14 | 7:18 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5288 | 3:20 PM Nantes station | 4h18 | 7:38 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nantes to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€49) but you can travel from only $18 (€18) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€49) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 7:44 PM |
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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 Nantes 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 Nantes to Lille trains use the Gare de Nantes to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Nantes and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Nantes 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 Café de la Gare, La Cigale
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Nantes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Nantes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Nantes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Nantes: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare, Mercure Nantes Centre Gare, Hotel Astoria.
Haluchère-Batignolles is 4 km from Nantes city centre. Public transport options include:
Haluchère-Batignolles has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
ATMs are available at Haluchère-Batignolles.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: WC.
Available at Haluchère-Batignolles: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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 - Porte de Douai is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
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