The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lille
Cheapest price
$319
Average price
$319
Fastest journey
7 h 18 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lille will cost around $319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $319.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Lille without transferring at least 3 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a train costs an average of $313.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$315 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest |
13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration Fastest 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lille trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:34 PM Zurich | 15h47 | 10:21 AM Lille Europe | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lille
Trains from Zurich to Lille run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $313 (€254) but you can travel from only $99 (€80) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:49, the last at 16:24. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 7h 18m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 12h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $313 (€254) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 18m |
First train 08:49 |
Last train 16:24 |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Lille trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Lille from $99 (€80). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Lille
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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