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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 14 Oct
£108
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£191
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
8 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
8 h 38 m
Trains on 14 Oct
45
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Lille will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Edinburgh to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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9148Trains from Edinburgh to Lille run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 722 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 722 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 21:35 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Lille trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G25687+ 9158 | On time 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 14h30 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25687+ 9148 | On time 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h00 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25687+ 9152 | On time 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 13h01 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02042+ 9158 | On time 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 14h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02042+ 9148 | On time 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h56 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02042+ 9152 | On time 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h57 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
W34265 · W34119+ 9148+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h34 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 3 changes | |
W34265 · W34119+ 9152+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h35 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 3 changes | |
W34265 · W34119+ 9158+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International | On time 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 14h04 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 3 changes | |
G08175+ 9148 | On time 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h26 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08175+ 9158 | On time 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 13h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08175+ 9152 | On time 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h27 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02002+ 9158 | On time 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 13h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02002+ 9152 | On time 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h57 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02002+ 9148 | On time 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h56 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08180+ 9158 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08180+ 9148 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h26 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08180+ 9152 | On time 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h27 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25682+ 9158 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h30 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25682+ 9148 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h00 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25682+ 9152 | On time 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h01 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02015+ 9158 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 12h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02015+ 9148 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h56 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02015+ 9152 | On time 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h57 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08186+ 9148 | On time 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h26 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08186+ 9158 | On time 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G08186+ 9152 | On time 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h27 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02006+ 9158 | On time 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 11h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02006+ 9148 | On time 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h56 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02006+ 9152 | On time 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h57 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80049+ 9148 | On time 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h26 | 19:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80049+ 9158 | On time 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80049+ 9152 | On time 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h27 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C01942+ 9158 | On time 10:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 10h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C01942+ 9152 | On time 10:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h57 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80055+ 9158 | On time 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80055+ 9152 | On time 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h27 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25697+ 9158 | On time 11:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h31 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G25697+ 9152+ W45481 | On time 11:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h02 | 20:27 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
C02029+ 9158 | On time 11:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
G80061+ 9158 | On time 12:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h56 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
C02007+ 9158 | On time 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h26 | 21:56 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Lille trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Lille-Europe station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.
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