- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
Cheapest price
$223
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Lille will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $223.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Lille without transferring at least once.
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9576 · 7571Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart 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 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $93.
Distance: 301 miles (486 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$213 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg 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 Stuttgart to Lille:
A bus is $152 (€125) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lille costing on average $213 (€174).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 8m.
You'll arrive about 2h 45m sooner (4h 36m by train vs 7h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $213 (€174) compared to roughly $116 (€95) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Lille trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Stuttgart | 5h10 | 1:20 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Stuttgart | 4h56 | 1:48 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:52 AM Stuttgart | 4h56 | 2:48 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:52 PM Stuttgart | 5h25 | 6:17 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
9578+ 7027 | 6:52 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 4h56 | 11:48 AM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Lille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $42 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 301 miles (486 km) distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 301 miles (486 km) |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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, and relief maps.
A celebrated art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, set in a former Art Deco swimming pool and popular for its striking interior.
A former medieval hospital turned museum presenting Flemish art, period interiors, and local history in Old Lille.
Lille’s atmospheric old quarter, packed with Flemish façades, boutiques, and photogenic streets popular with visitors and locals alike.
The city’s main square, officially Place du Général-de-Gaulle, and a natural starting point for sightseeing and people-watching.
Elegant square beside the opera house and Vieille Bourse, known for classic city views and lively central atmosphere.
A hearty northern specialty of toasted bread topped with ham, covered in melted beer-cheese sauce, and often finished with an egg. It is iconic in Lille brasseries.
Traditional beef stew from French Flanders, slowly braised with dark beer and onions for a rich sweet-savory flavor. A classic regional comfort dish.
A chilled terrine of mixed meats in savory jelly, served with fries. It is a distinctive Flemish dish strongly associated with Lille and the surrounding region.
A respected restaurant highlighting Flemish and northern French products with a creative, contemporary approach. Warm atmosphere and strong regional identity.
A historic seafood restaurant known for its belle époque decor, oysters, fish, and classic French dining experience near the center.
An established Old Lille address famous for mussels, fries, and other northern brasserie staples. Casual, busy, and popular with both locals and visitors.
Moderate by French standards. Casual dining is reasonable, but hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Taxis can be rounded up; no tip is expected for casual coffee stops.
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Lille Flandres, Lille -> Rihour, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Lille trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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.
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