- 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 on 17 Sept
£76
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£128
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 15 m
Trains on 17 Sept
22
Distance
755 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Lille will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 22 trains from Avignon to Lille, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 755 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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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12554Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 755 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£99 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £214 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Lille:
A coach is £9 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Lille costing on average £88.
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Lille costing on average £137.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Coach takes on average 12h 13m.
The journey is about 4h 25m faster (4h 30m by train vs 8h 55m by car) and roughly £77 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£137 vs £214). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Lille trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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879303+ 6102 · 7025 | 5:38 Avignon Centre | 5h29 | 11:07 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
6102 · 7025 | 5:55 Avignon TGV | 5h12 | 11:07 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
879309+ 12554 | 6:46 Avignon Centre | 4h48 | 11:34 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9854 | 7:15 Avignon TGV | 4h19 | 11:34 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
12554 | 7:15 Avignon TGV | 4h19 | 11:34 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
6250 · 7569+ 876303 | 7:17 Avignon Centre | 6h31 | 13:48 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
5376 · 6250 · 7569 | 8:06 Avignon TGV | 5h42 | 13:48 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
12562+ 876409 | 8:34 Avignon Centre | 5h54 | 14:28 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
879325+ 6112 · 7037 | 9:13 Avignon Centre | 5h05 | 14:18 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
6112 · 7037 | 9:41 Avignon TGV | 4h37 | 14:18 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
12348 · 7057+ 876307 | 12:20 Avignon Centre | 5h55 | 18:15 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
12348 · 7057+ 876307 | 12:20 Avignon Centre | 5h54 | 18:14 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
879634+ 6120 · 7065 | 14:13 Avignon Centre | 5h20 | 19:33 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
6120 · 7065 | 14:41 Avignon TGV | 4h52 | 19:33 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
879355+ 9868 | 15:13 Avignon Centre | 4h45 | 19:58 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
879355+ 9868 | 15:13 Avignon Centre | 4h46 | 19:59 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9868 | 15:49 Avignon TGV | 4h09 | 19:58 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
9868 | 15:49 Avignon TGV | 4h10 | 19:59 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
879642+ 12374 · 7591 | 16:13 Avignon Centre | 5h32 | 21:45 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
12374 · 7591 | 16:41 Avignon TGV | 5h04 | 21:45 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
879365+ 9882 | 17:13 Avignon Centre | 4h53 | 22:06 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9882 | 17:49 Avignon TGV | 4h17 | 22:06 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Avignon to Lille run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 755 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 755 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 21:33 |
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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 Avignon 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 Avignon to Lille trains use the Avignon TGV to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Avignon Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Goût du Jour, Restaurant L'Essentiel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Avignon Centre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Avignon Centre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avignon Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon Centre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Novotel Avignon Centre, Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes Hotel, Hotel de l'Horloge.
Montfavet is 5 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Montfavet has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montfavet.
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 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 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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