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Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€86
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€97
Fastest journey on Oct 27
3 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
3 h 49 m
Trains on Oct 27
7
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tours to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Lille will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
It's difficult to get from Tours to Lille without transferring at least once.
8320 · 7297
8314 · 7043
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857040
8318 · 7077
8344 · 7591+
860276
8318 · 7077
8320 · 7297
8314 · 7043
8344 · 7591+
860276
860558+
7065Trains from Tours to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (401 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 249 miles (401 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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The table below shows live departures for Tours to Lille trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8314 · 7043 | 12:13 PM Tours station | 3h35 | 3:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
860558+ 7065 | 3:11 PM Tours station | 4h22 | 7:33 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
857040+ 5288 | 3:14 PM Tours station | 4h26 | 7:40 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
8318 · 7077 | 5:16 PM Tours station | 3h32 | 8:48 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
8344 · 7591+ 860276 | 5:43 PM Tours station | 4h02 | 9:45 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
8320 · 7297 | 6:57 PM Tours station | 3h33 | 10:30 PM Lille Flandres | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
8440 · 7569+ 860704 | 8:57 AM Tours station | 4h51 | 1:48 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Contemporary art museum near Lille known for major modern collections, sculpture park, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, housed in a former swimming pool and famous for its atmospheric displays and design collections.
Lille's old town charms with cobbled lanes, Flemish façades, boutiques, and a lively atmosphere ideal for wandering and photography.
Long green park beside the citadel, popular for jogging, picnics, boating, and easy walks close to the center.
Large central square linking transport, shopping, and historic sights; a practical hub and one of the city's busiest meeting points.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew simmered with dark beer and bread. It is a signature dish of Lille and northern France, reflecting the region's brewing heritage.
A crisp tart made with Maroilles cheese, a strong local cow's milk cheese from the region. It is one of the most emblematic savory specialties around Lille.
Mussels served with fries, popular in Lille brasseries and during the Braderie. The dish reflects the city's Belgian influence and long-standing regional food culture.
Michelin-starred dining in Old Lille with polished modern French cuisine and seasonal tasting menus. Refined service in an intimate fine-dining room.
Popular estaminet serving regional northern dishes and local beers in a warm, rustic interior. A strong choice for traditional Lille comfort food.
Renowned pastry salon and tea room famous for Lille stuffed waffles and elegant sweets. A classic stop for local pastry heritage in a refined setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lille Flandres -> Grand Place, Lille
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tours 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 Tours to Lille trains use the Tours to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Tours and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tours is 1 km from Tours city centre. Public transport options include:
Tours has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Saint Germain, La Maison des Halles
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tours. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tours. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tours: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tours: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tours: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de l'Univers Tours, Oceania L'Univers Tours, Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel.
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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