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Lyon to Lille Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Direct Lyon to Lille trains are mainly TGV INOUI and OUIGO services running north from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lille Europe or Lille Flandres. The route is about 690 km by rail and uses high-speed lines through the Rhone valley, the Paris outer bypass, and the LGV Nord, with some services calling at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, Haute-Picardie TGV, or Arras. Around 8 to 12 direct departures usually run each day in one direction, with extra options available by changing in Paris. The fastest direct trains take about 2 hours 57 minutes, while slower direct services take around 3 hours 30 minutes depending on stops and station used in Lille. One-way fares between Lyon and Lille start from about €25 ($27 USD) for low-cost or advance tickets and can rise to around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible high-demand departures. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

6Jul

Seats

Lyon

Lille

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:35

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

3h 23m

08:58

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9852

from

120 USD

3h 23m, Direct

05:35

LyonLyon Perrache

Secondary station

08:58

LilleLille-Europe

from

120 USD

Direct

SNCF 9852

05:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

3h 8m

08:58

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9852

from

138 USD

3h 8m, Direct

05:50

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

08:58

LilleLille-Europe

from

138 USD

Direct

SNCF 9852

Day trains

14:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

2h 59m

16:59

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

OUI 12566

from

170 USD

2h 59m, Direct

14:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

16:59

LilleLille-Europe

from

170 USD

Direct

OUI 12566

14:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

2h 59m

16:59

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9866

from

179 USD

2h 59m, Direct

14:00

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

16:59

LilleLille-Europe

from

179 USD

Direct

SNCF 9866

Evening trains

19:01

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

2h 57m

21:58

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9882

from

111 USD

2h 57m, Direct

19:01

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

21:58

LilleLille-Europe

from

111 USD

Direct

SNCF 9882

19:01

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

2h 57m

21:58

LilleLille-Europe

Direct

SNCF 9882

from

164 USD

2h 57m, Direct

19:01

LyonLyon Part-Dieu

21:58

LilleLille-Europe

from

164 USD

Direct

SNCF 9882

First train

05:35

Last train

20:27

Travel duration

3h 11m

Daily departures

Departure station

Lyon

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Lille

Ticket price

$54

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected Lyon to Lille fare. TGV INOUI fares usually offer more flexibility than OUIGO, while the cheapest advance tickets often have stricter conditions.

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Human support is available 24/7 for questions about Lyon Part-Dieu departures, Lille Europe or Lille Flandres arrivals, ticket changes, and boarding documents for this northbound TGV route.

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Lyon to Lille Route Overview

The Lyon to Lille TGV is useful because it avoids a cross-Paris transfer: trains use the high-speed interconnection east of Paris instead of requiring passengers to move between Lyon and Nord stations in the capital. Some departures stop at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy for Disneyland Paris and at Charles de Gaulle Airport TGV, making the same train useful for airport access without entering central Paris. TGV INOUI seats are reserved on this route, while OUIGO also requires a specific train reservation and has a more restricted baggage policy. Choose Lille Europe for Eurostar and many long-distance connections; Lille Flandres is closer to the old town and regional rail platforms.

Travel time

3h 11m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 57m

Longest trip

4h 12m

Lyon

Lyon is France's third-largest city and a major rail junction between Paris, the Alps, Provence, and Switzerland. Most direct trains to Lille depart from Lyon Part-Dieu, the main long-distance station east of the Rhone, with metro, tram, airport tram, and regional rail links.

Lyon Part Dieu

Lyon Part-Dieu

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Lyon Perrache

3h 11m

Lille

Lille is the main city of French Flanders, known for its Flemish-influenced old town, Grand Place, and large student population. Long-distance trains from Lyon arrive at Lille Europe or Lille Flandres, two central stations about 500 meters apart.

Lille Europe

Lille Flandres

Lille-Europe

Lille-Flandres

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Luggage rules differ between TGV INOUI and OUIGO on the Lyon to Lille route. Check the fare conditions before booking if carrying large bags or sports equipment.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may bring 2 large pieces of luggage and 1 hand item, with each large item generally limited to 130 cm on its longest side. OUIGO tickets include a smaller allowance by default, and larger bags normally require a paid option during booking.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags, luggage stacks near the doors, and spaces between some seat backs. Keep bags labeled and place heavy suitcases in the dedicated racks rather than in aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, and musical instruments may be carried if they fit within the train's luggage rules. Fully assembled bicycles require a bike space where offered or must be packed according to SNCF conditions for the specific service.

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Lyon to Lille Map

The Lyon to Lille route starts at Lyon Part-Dieu, heads north on the LGV Rhone-Alpes and LGV Sud-Est, then uses the high-speed interconnection east of Paris instead of entering central Paris. Direct trains may call at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, Haute-Picardie TGV, Arras, and then Lille Europe or Lille Flandres. The line crosses the Saone and Burgundy regions before the flatter farmland of Picardy and French Flanders.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Lyon to Lille train links Lyon Part-Dieu with Lille Europe or Lille Flandres in about 3 hours on the fastest direct TGV services. Long-distance buses between the two cities usually take 8 to 10 hours and may use outlying coach stops rather than the rail stations. Flights require travel to Lyon-Saint Exupery and from Lille or a nearby airport, so airport access, check-in, and security add time beyond the short airborne segment. Rail also produces lower emissions than flying on this domestic corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 9m

Price from

$61

Departures

198

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 26m

Price from

$59

Departures

137

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 10m

Price from

$50

Departures

124

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 1m

Price from

$73

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 11m

$54-$210

Bus

Apprx.

9h 0m

$25-$70

Flight

Apprx.

1h 20m

$80-$260

FAQ about the Lyon - Lille Route

How much is the train from Lyon to Lille?

One-way Lyon to Lille fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for OUIGO or advance TGV tickets and can reach around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible high-demand departures. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Lyon to Lille?

The fastest direct TGV services from Lyon Part-Dieu to Lille take about 2 hours 57 minutes. Other direct trains usually take around 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes, depending on whether they stop at Marne-la-Vallee Chessy, Charles de Gaulle Airport TGV, Haute-Picardie TGV, or Arras.

How do I book Lyon to Lille train tickets online?

Book Lyon to Lille tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your travel date, departure time, fare, and class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android, email confirmations, and 24/7 human support for ticket questions.

Does Eurail cover Lyon to Lille TGV trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on eligible TGV INOUI services between Lyon and Lille, but a compulsory seat reservation supplement is required before boarding. Pass coverage and reservation availability can vary by train. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Lyon to Lille?

TGV trains on the Lyon to Lille route can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on French high-speed lines. Average speed is lower because trains slow for station stops, junctions around the Paris bypass, and the approach to Lille.

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