How to travel from Geneva to Lille

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 316 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 316, while a flight costs an average of zł 645.

Distance: 337 miles (543 km)

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Driving

zł 517

Average price

zł 316

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zł 645

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zł 1,163

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 29m

Average total duration

4h 59m

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30m

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11h 37m

Average total duration

11h 7m

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3h 20m

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1h 20m

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2h 0m

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6h 35m

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Compare ways to travel from Geneva to Lille

Compare the available ways to get from Geneva to Lille, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Lille is a bus with an average price of zł 316.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Lille:

A bus is zł 201 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Lille costing on average zł 517.

A bus is zł 330 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Lille costing on average zł 645.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 29m.

Bus takes on average 11h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Lille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Lille among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 36m faster (4h 59m by train vs 6h 35m by car) and roughly zł 647 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł 517 vs zł 1,163). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Geneva to Lille

How to get from Geneva to Lille by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Geneva to Lille is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 1563
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 1563
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1843+SNCF | TGV INOUI5280
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9854+TER96550
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9764+SNCF | TGV INOUI7569
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9760+SNCF | TGV INOUI7265
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2385 · LH2232+SNCF | TGV INOUI9894
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2385 · LH2232+SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2385 · LH2232+SNCF | TGV INOUI5182
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Lille

Travel to Lille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Lille.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Lille including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Lille is a bus with an average price of zł 316.

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Lille:

A bus is zł 201 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Lille costing on average zł 517.

A bus is zł 330 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Lille costing on average zł 645.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 29m.

Bus takes on average 11h 37m.

The distance from Geneva to Lille is approximately 337 miles (543 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Lille is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Geneva and Lille as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Lille:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Lille Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet to go to Lille by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lille by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Lille by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Geneva to Lille:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Brussels, Nice, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lille, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and sights. Families might enjoy Lille Zoo and Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas for leisure and relaxation. Explore the lively Marché de Wazemmes for local produce, or delve into history at the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle de Lille. Art lovers can visit the Palais des Beaux-Arts and La Piscine Museum in Roubaix. Discover the charm of Vieux Lille with its Flemish architecture, and take in the views at La Citadelle. The Lille Cathedral and Grand Place are also must-sees for their architectural significance and vibrant atmosphere.
Two to three days is ideal to explore Lille, allowing time to visit its historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.
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