- 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
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 11 trains that leave Villeneuve-d'Ascq for Lille on Tue, Jul 07, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest trains will take 10 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.
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19922Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $2, and a train costs an average of $3.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$3 Average price | $2 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille:
A bus is $0.67 (€0.55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille costing on average $3 (€3).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 28m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (11m by train vs 19m by car). Tickets start at around $3 (€3) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCB.
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 Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille trains for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:38 PM Villeneuve-d'Ascq | 0h14 | 3:52 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 7 | |||||
19900 | 6:40 AM Ascq | 0h12 | 6:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19904 | 7:05 AM Ascq | 0h17 | 7:22 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19906 | 7:40 AM Ascq | 0h12 | 7:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19912 | 8:26 AM Ascq | 0h08 | 8:34 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19914 | 8:42 AM Ascq | 0h10 | 8:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19918 | 9:42 AM Ascq | 0h10 | 9:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19922 | 10:42 AM Ascq | 0h10 | 10:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19928 | 11:42 AM Ascq | 0h10 | 11:52 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19932 | 12:43 PM Ascq | 0h11 | 12:54 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19946 | 3:40 PM Ascq | 0h12 | 3:52 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
19952 | 4:38 PM Ascq | 0h14 | 4:52 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 10:09 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
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One of France’s largest fine-arts museums outside Paris, known for major European paintings, sculptures, and relief maps.
A renowned museum in a converted Art Deco swimming pool in nearby Roubaix, popular for art, design, and its striking interior.
Major modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d’Ascq, valued for its sculpture park and strong avant-garde collection.
The city’s most charming historic quarter, filled with Flemish façades, boutiques, and atmospheric streets ideal for wandering.
Lille’s central square and natural starting point, surrounded by landmark architecture and lively urban activity.
Elegant square facing the opera house and Vieille Bourse, popular for classic city views and photography.
A classic stew of beef slowly braised in dark regional beer, often slightly sweet-sour and usually served with fries. It is one of the signature dishes of French Flanders around Lille.
A hearty northern specialty of bread topped with ham, covered in melted cheddar with beer and mustard, then baked and often served with fries. It is especially associated with Lille brasseries.
A traditional Flemish terrine of different meats set in jelly and typically served cold with fries. It is a regional specialty widely found in Lille and nearby towns.
A respected modern Flemish restaurant highlighting northern French ingredients with creative seasonal cooking. Stylish but relaxed, and one of Lille’s standout dining addresses.
Lille’s historic tea room and pastry house, celebrated for its iconic filled waffles and elegant Belle Époque atmosphere. Ideal for breakfast, tea, or dessert.
A well-known Old Lille restaurant specializing in mussels, fries, and other northern classics. Casual, busy, and popular for a classic local meal.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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Lille Flandres, Lille -> Rihour, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villeneuve-d'Ascq 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 Villeneuve-d'Ascq to Lille trains use the Ascq to Lille Flandres station pair. Use this guide to compare Villeneuve-d'Ascq and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ascq has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ascq.
ATMs are available at Ascq.
Available at Ascq: WC.
Available at Ascq: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ascq.
Pont-de-Bois is 2 km from Villeneuve-d'Ascq city centre. Public transport options include:
Pont-de-Bois has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pont-de-Bois.
ATMs are available at Pont-de-Bois.
Available at Pont-de-Bois: Parking, WC.
Available at Pont-de-Bois: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pont-de-Bois.
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.
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