How to travel from Nîmes to Lille

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Compare train and bus for Nîmes to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, while a train costs an average of €130.

Distance: 473 miles (762 km)

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€130

Average price

€62

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Cheapest

€246

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5h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 10m

Average total duration

12h 40m

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30m

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9h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Lille is a bus with an average price of €87.

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

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Lille costing on average €130.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 13h 9m.

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

The journey is about 4h 41m faster (4h 30m by train vs 9h 11m by car) and roughly €116 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€130 vs €246). 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 Nîmes to Lille

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50618 · 51121
    9:55 PM13h50
    Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    11:45 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    431One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50618 · 51121
    9:55 PM13h50
    Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    11:45 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    431One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    3:21 PM4h38
    Nîmes station
    7:59 PMLille-Europe
    1621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5158
    12:26 PM4h39
    Nîmes station
    5:05 PMLille-Europe
    1161One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6825+SNCF | Intercités de nuit3750+SNCF | TGV INOUI7015
    7:37 PM14h14
    Nîmes station
    9:51 AMLille Flandres
    1201One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12330 · 7571
    9:19 AM5h56
    Nîmes station
    3:15 PMLille-Europe
    1351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 PM13h05
    Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    12:00 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    481One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:45 PM13h45
    Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    6:30 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    521One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 AM14h25
    Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse)
    12:55 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    551One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Lille.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nîmes and Lille including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Lille is a bus with an average price of €62.

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

A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Lille costing on average €130.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Lille is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 13h 10m.

The distance from Nîmes to Lille is approximately 473 miles (762 km).
The average frequency per day from Nîmes to Lille is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nîmes and Lille 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 Nîmes to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nîmes station and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nîmes to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV to go to Lille by train.
  • Travel with Volotea to go to Lille by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lille by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nîmes to Lille:
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV.
Omio customers who travel from Nîmes to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Nice, Marseille, Brussels. 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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