How to travel from Paris to Lille

There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Lille including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Lille is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Lille costing on average $72 (€59).

A bus is $187 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Lille costing on average $205 (€167).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 2h 21m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 26m.

Flight takes on average 10h 16m.

The distance from Paris to Lille is approximately 198 miles (319 km).

The average frequency per day from Paris to Lille is:

• Around 48 flights per day.
• Around 42 trains per day.
• Around 16 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris 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 Paris to Lille:

• Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
• Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lille by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens (RATP) to go to Lille by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Lille with the following travel companies:

• 32 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
• 14 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Paris to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, London, Amsterdam, Bruges, Dunkirk. 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, you can explore Old Lille's charming cobblestone streets and historic buildings, visit the Citadel of Lille for outdoor activities, and admire the neo-Gothic architecture of Lille Cathedral. Art enthusiasts will enjoy La Piscine Museum's unique exhibitions, while the Grand Place offers stunning architecture and a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss the Palais des Beaux-Arts for an extensive collection of European art, the intricate Flemish Renaissance architecture of the Old Stock Exchange, and the bustling Wazemmes Market for local produce and crafts. For families, Lille Zoo provides a variety of animal species and educational exhibits.

Two to three days in Lille are ideal to explore its vibrant cultural scene, historic architecture, and enjoy its culinary delights.