The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Lille
Cheapest price
£189
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
8 h 53 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1030 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Lille will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
Of the 2 trains that leave Barcelona for Lille every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1030 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 53 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.
8:268h53Barcelona17:19Lille£1891One-way0 changes
7:268h53Barcelona16:19Lille£2231One-way0 changes
8:268h53Barcelona17:19Lille£1891One-way0 changes
7:268h53Barcelona16:19Lille£2231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £132.
Distance: 1030 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£212 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 21m Average total duration 15h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Lille trains for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:26 Barcelona | 9h22 | 16:48 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:26 Barcelona | 9h22 | 17:48 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Lille by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Barcelona to Lille trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Lille.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Lille.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Lille
Trains from Barcelona to Lille run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 1030 km distance in 8h 33m.
Distance 1030 km |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £132 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 33m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 18:22 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Barcelona to Lille trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Barcelona and Lille from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Barcelona to Lille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Lille
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- 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.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
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