1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 17 Sept
11
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 11 trains from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
P73 (842642)+
844404
K21 (848830) · K71 (439028) · K71 (844820)
P73 (842644) · 7516
P73 (842648)+
844408
7546
7546
844410
7508
7534
844402Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 102 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 11m.
The journey is about 26m faster (1h 6m by train vs 1h 32m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £17). 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 TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, 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 Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
844400 | 5:34 Boulogne | 1h06 | 6:40 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
7508 | 6:09 Boulogne | 1h01 | 7:10 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
844402 | 7:02 Boulogne | 1h02 | 8:04 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
P73 (842642)+ 844404 | 7:27 Boulogne - Tintelleries | 1h29 | 8:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
7516 · P73 (842644) | 8:24 Boulogne - Tintelleries | 1h46 | 10:10 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
K21 (848830) · K71 (439028) · K71 (844820) | 9:12 Boulogne - Tintelleries | 3h35 | 12:47 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
7520 | 11:53 Boulogne | 1h02 | 12:55 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
7534 | 16:42 Boulogne | 1h02 | 17:44 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
P73 (842648)+ 844408 | 17:27 Boulogne - Tintelleries | 1h08 | 18:35 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
844410 | 18:46 Boulogne | 1h00 | 19:46 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
7546 | 19:58 Boulogne | 1h00 | 20:58 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 59m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 21:50 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 Boulogne-sur-Mer to Lille trains use the Boulogne to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Boulogne-sur-Mer and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Boulogne has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boulogne.
Boulogne - Tintelleries is 1 km from Boulogne-sur-Mer city centre. Public transport options include:
Boulogne - Tintelleries has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Boulogne - Tintelleries.
ATMs are available at Boulogne - Tintelleries.
Available at Boulogne - Tintelleries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Boulogne - Tintelleries: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boulogne - Tintelleries.
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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