How to travel from Lille to Nîmes

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Compare train and bus for Lille to Nîmes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $96 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $96, while a train costs an average of $169.

Distance: 473 miles (762 km)

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$169

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$96

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$293

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5h 34m

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5h 4m

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13h 34m

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9h 16m

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Compare ways to travel from Lille to Nîmes

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $96.

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

A bus is $74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Nîmes costing on average $169.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Nîmes among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4h 12m faster (5h 4m by train vs 9h 16m by car) and roughly $125 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($169 vs $293). 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 Lille to Nîmes

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1662 · 50617
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus1662 · 50617
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9812
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9810 · 5521
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12536
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9836
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Nîmes

Travel to Nîmes 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 Lille to Nîmes.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Nîmes including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Nîmes is a bus with an average price of $96.

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

A bus is $74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Nîmes costing on average $169.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Nîmes is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Nîmes take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 34m.

The distance from Lille to Nîmes is approximately 473 miles (762 km).
The average frequency per day from Lille to Nîmes is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Nîmes:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Nîmes station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Nîmes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Nîmes by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Nîmes by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lille to Nîmes:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Nîmes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Montpellier, Marseille, Avignon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nîmes and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nîmes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Nîmes, you can attend a live performance at the Théâtre de Nîmes, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center, or visit the Carré d'Art, a contemporary art museum and library. Experience local cuisine at the bustling Les Halles de Nîmes market or take a day trip to the nearby Pont du Gard, a stunning Roman aqueduct. Explore best sights like Arènes de Nîmes, a well-preserved Roman amphitheater, Maison Carrée with its impressive Corinthian columns, the historic Jardins de la Fontaine, and Tour Magne for panoramic city views. Don't miss the Musée de la Romanité, showcasing Roman history and artifacts.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Nîmes, allowing time to visit its Roman monuments like the Arena and Maison Carrée, and enjoy the local culture and cuisine.

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