The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Lille
Cheapest price
$174
Average price
$241
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
762 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Lille will cost around $241 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $174.
Of the 5 trains that leave Nîmes for Lille on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 762 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.
12330 · 70379:19 AM5h01Nîmes station2:20 PMLille Flandres$1741One-way1 transfer
5500 · 51922:27 PM5h17Nîmes station7:44 PMLille Flandres$2161One-way1 transfer
5500 · 5192 · 52882:27 PM5h11Nîmes station7:38 PMLille-Europe$2501One-way2 transfers
98643:21 PM4h42Nîmes station8:03 PMLille-Europe$2821One-way0 transfers
6204 · 70652:19 PM5h00Nîmes station7:19 PMLille Flandres$2841One-way1 transfer
98643:21 PM4h42Nîmes station8:03 PMLille-Europe$2821One-way0 transfers
6204 · 70652:19 PM5h00Nîmes station7:19 PMLille Flandres$2841One-way1 transfer
12330 · 70379:19 AM5h01Nîmes station2:20 PMLille Flandres$1741One-way1 transfer
5500 · 5192 · 52882:27 PM5h11Nîmes station7:38 PMLille-Europe$2501One-way2 transfers
5500 · 51922:27 PM5h17Nîmes station7:44 PMLille Flandres$2161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nîmes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 473 miles (762 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $307 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m 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 Nîmes to Lille:
A bus is $75 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Lille costing on average $152 (€121).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Bus takes on average 12h 46m.
The journey is about 4h 32m faster (4h 39m by train vs 9h 11m by car) and roughly $156 (€124) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($152 (€121) vs $307 (€245)). 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.
Live departures
Nîmes to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Lille trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12330 · 7037 | 9:19 AM Nîmes station | 5h01 | 2:20 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
6204 · 7065 | 2:19 PM Nîmes station | 5h00 | 7:19 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5500 · 5192 | 2:27 PM Nîmes station | 5h17 | 7:44 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
5500 · 5192 · 5288 | 2:27 PM Nîmes station | 5h11 | 7:38 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
9864 | 3:21 PM Nîmes station | 4h42 | 8:03 PM Lille-Europe | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Lille
Trains from Nîmes to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $48 (€38) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 473 miles (762 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 473 miles (762 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 10:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Nîmes to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Nîmes and Lille from $48 (€38). 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 Nîmes to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Lille
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- 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.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
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