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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Malo to Lille
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Malo to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Malo to Lille will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Saint-Malo to Lille without transferring at least once.
8090 · 704712:04 PM4h44St Malo4:48 PMLille Flandres$1561One-way1 transfer- 5280+
85435610:31 AM5h18St Malo3:49 PMLille-Europe$1701One-way1 transfer - 8086 · 75913:47 PM5h53St Malo9:40 PMLille-Europe$1761One-way1 transfer
- 8088 · 72976:14 PM4h53St Malo11:07 PMLille Flandres$1811One-way1 transfer
- 8690 · 7591+8543984:25 PM5h15St Malo9:40 PMLille-Europe$1991One-way2 transfers
- 8090 · 704712:04 PM4h44St Malo4:48 PMLille Flandres$1561One-way1 transfer
- 8722 · 7065+8543802:31 PM4h47St Malo7:18 PMLille Flandres$2971One-way2 transfers
- 8088 · 72976:14 PM4h53St Malo11:07 PMLille Flandres$1811One-way1 transfer
- 8690 · 7591+8543984:25 PM5h15St Malo9:40 PMLille-Europe$1991One-way2 transfers
- 5280+85435610:31 AM5h18St Malo3:49 PMLille-Europe$1701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Saint-Malo to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Malo to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m 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 Saint-Malo to Lille:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Malo to Lille costing on average $123 (€102).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
The journey is about 1h 47m faster (4h 4m by train vs 5h 51m by car) and roughly $25 (€21) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($123 (€102) vs $148 (€122)). 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.
Live departures
Saint-Malo to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Malo to Lille trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 854356+5280 | 10:31 AM St Malo | 5h18 | 3:49 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
| 8090 · 7053 | 12:15 PM St Malo | 5h33 | 5:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 854374+5460 · 5288 | 1:31 PM St Malo | 6h07 | 7:38 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
| 8086 · 7073 | 3:38 PM St Malo | 4h45 | 8:23 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| 8088 · 7295 | 6:14 PM St Malo | 4h40 | 10:54 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Malo to Lille
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Trains from Saint-Malo to Lille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€54) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€54) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 6:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saint-Malo to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saint-Malo and Lille from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Saint-Malo to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Malo 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 Saint-Malo to Lille
Most Saint-Malo to Lille trains use the St Malo to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Saint-Malo and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saint-Malo station do trains to Lille leave from?
Getting to St Malo from Saint-Malo city centre
St Malo train station facilities and services
St Malo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
Which Lille station do trains from Saint-Malo arrive at?
Getting to Lille Flandres from Lille city centre
Lille Flandres train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Getting to Lille-Europe from Lille city centre
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
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