The cheapest and fastest trains from Pau to Lille
Cheapest price
€149
Average price
€153
Fastest journey
13 h 31 m
Average duration
13 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Lille will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pau for Lille on Mon, Dec 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 856 km distance in an average of 13 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 31 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 13 h 36 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Pau to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pau to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€143 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pau to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Lille trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 AM Pau | 7h55 | 3:48 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:29 AM Pau | 6h58 | 6:27 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Pau | 6h23 | 9:48 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:13 PM Pau | 15h35 | 7:48 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pau to Lille
Trains from Pau to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:20 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER from Pau to Lille trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER trains will get you between Pau and Lille from $43 (€35). 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 Pau to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau 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 Pau 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. Access via Avenue Jean Biray.
- Le Berry
- Les Papilles Insolites
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Parc Beaumont
- Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet
- Hotel Le Bourbon
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
- 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
- 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
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