- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Quentin 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-Quentin to Lille will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 11 trains that leave Saint-Quentin for Lille on Mon, May 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
K40 (843830)
K40 (843848)
K40 (843836)
K40 (843842)
K40 (843844)
K13 (16457) · K61 (841926)
K40 (843830)
K40 (843848)
K40 (843836)
K40 (843844)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Quentin to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $32.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Saint-Quentin to Lille:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint-Quentin to Lille costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
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Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Quentin to Lille trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P62 (841725) · K60 (841850) | 4:24 PM Saint-Quentin | 2h31 | 6:55 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
K40 (843844) | 5:12 PM Saint-Quentin | 1h58 | 7:10 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K40 (843848) | 7:12 PM Saint-Quentin | 1h53 | 9:05 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
K40 (843826) · K40 (439287) | 9:11 AM Saint-Quentin | 2h35 | 11:46 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
K40 (843830) | 11:12 AM Saint-Quentin | 1h51 | 1:03 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K13 (16465) · K60 (841842) | 11:35 AM Saint-Quentin | 2h50 | 2:25 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
K40 (843836) | 1:15 PM Saint-Quentin | 1h57 | 3:12 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K40 (843842) | 2:47 PM Saint-Quentin | 2h05 | 4:52 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
K13 (16474)+ 7061 | 3:26 PM Saint-Quentin | 3h22 | 6:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Saint-Quentin to Lille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 9:13 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.
One of France’s largest fine arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps.
A celebrated museum in nearby Roubaix set in a former Art Deco swimming pool, with fine art, design, ceramics, and textiles.
Major modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d’Ascq with a sculpture park and strong collections of 20th-century and outsider art.
The city’s most atmospheric district, filled with Flemish-style facades, boutiques, cobbled streets, and photogenic corners.
Lille’s central square and main meeting point, surrounded by grand historic buildings and a classic starting point for visits.
Busy square framed by the opera house, Vieille Bourse, and elegant facades, popular for classic city views and photos.
A classic stew of beef slowly braised in northern French beer, often slightly sweet and served with fries. It is one of the signature comfort dishes of Lille and French Flanders.
A hearty regional specialty of toasted bread covered with ham, mustard, and a rich cheddar-beer sauce, usually topped with an egg. It is especially associated with Lille brasseries.
A traditional Flemish terrine of assorted white meats set in jelly and typically served cold with fries. It is a historic dish strongly linked to the Lille area.
A well-known restaurant by Florent Ladeyn focused on refined northern French and Flemish cuisine with seasonal local products in a contemporary setting.
A celebrated pastry shop specializing in meringue-and-cream merveilleux and other northern sweets. Ideal for a classic Lille dessert stop.
A classic old-town estaminet serving traditional regional dishes and local beers in a rustic, cozy setting that reflects Lille's Flemish heritage.
Moderate by French standards. Casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up in cafes and taxis.
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