- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arras to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arras to Lille will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 18 trains that leave Arras for Lille every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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K52 (846411) · C51 (842100)
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12562Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arras to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 43 km
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£9 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Arras to Lille trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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7185 · K40 (843868) | Delayed 18:14 19:44Arras station | 0h54 | 20:38 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
7385 · C51 (842118) | Delayed 18:20 19:50Arras station | 1h10 | 21:00 Lille CHR | 1 change | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
K52 (846411) · C51 (842100) | 5:50 Arras station | 1h10 | 7:00 Lille CHR | 1 change | |
K44 (843901) | 6:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 7:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
844401 | 7:11 Arras station | 0h20 | 7:31 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843903) | 7:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 8:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
7551 | 7:45 Arras station | 0h22 | 8:07 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843905) | 8:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 9:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
7155 · K40 (843856) | 8:44 Arras station | 0h54 | 9:38 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
848922 | 9:28 Arras station | 0h39 | 10:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843909) | 11:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 12:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
7265 | 11:48 Arras station | 0h19 | 12:07 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843911) | 12:30 Arras station | 0h37 | 13:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
7569 | 13:21 Arras station | 0h19 | 13:40 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
848932 | 13:30 Arras station | 0h38 | 14:08 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
9862 | 14:03 Arras station | 0h21 | 14:24 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
12562 | 14:03 Arras station | 0h21 | 14:24 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843915) | 15:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 16:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
7273 | 15:37 Arras station | 0h21 | 15:58 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843917) | 16:31 Arras station | 0h36 | 17:07 Lille Flandres | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Arras to Lille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 23m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:05 |
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Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Lille Flandres -> Grand'Place, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arras to Lille by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Arras to Lille trains use the Gare d'Arras to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Arras and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare d'Arras has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Clusius, Le Vertigo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Arras. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Arras. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare d'Arras: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Arras: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Arras: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel de l'Univers, Najeti Hôtel de L'Univers, Hôtel Moderne.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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