- 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 10 Oct
£95
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£119
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
5 h 28 m
Trains on 10 Oct
28
Distance
543 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Lille will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
To travel from Geneva to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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96562Trains from Geneva to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 543 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 543 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 18:29 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lille trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96550+ 12554 | 5:14 Geneva station | 6h20 | 11:34 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9760+ 7265 | 6:28 Geneva station | 5h58 | 12:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9764+ 7569 | 8:21 Geneva station | 5h27 | 13:48 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9756+ 12566 | 8:30 Geneva station | 8h36 | 17:06 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9756+ 5192 | 8:30 Geneva station | 11h14 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
9756+ 12562 | 8:30 Geneva station | 5h58 | 14:28 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
9756+ 9862 | 8:30 Geneva station | 5h58 | 14:28 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
96558+ 12566 | 9:24 Geneva station | 7h42 | 17:06 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
96558+ 5192 | 9:24 Geneva station | 10h20 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
96558+ 6620 · 7057 | 9:24 Geneva station | 8h46 | 18:10 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
96634 · 17948+ 5192 | 9:57 Geneva station | 9h47 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
96634 · 17948+ 12566 | 9:57 Geneva station | 7h09 | 17:06 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
96634 · 17948+ 6620 · 7057 | 9:57 Geneva station | 8h13 | 18:10 Lille Flandres | 3 changes | |
9768+ 7043 | 10:27 Geneva station | 5h21 | 15:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
96562+ 12566 | 11:24 Geneva station | 5h42 | 17:06 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
96562+ 5192 | 11:24 Geneva station | 8h20 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
96562+ 6620 · 7057 | 11:24 Geneva station | 6h46 | 18:10 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
96562+ 6620 · 7577 | 11:24 Geneva station | 6h54 | 18:18 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
96638 · 18556+ 5192 | 11:57 Geneva station | 7h47 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
96638 · 18556+ 5192 · 5288 | 11:57 Geneva station | 7h43 | 19:40 Lille-Europe | 3 changes | |
9770+ 7053 | 12:27 Geneva station | 5h21 | 17:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
96564+ 5192 · 5288 | 12:50 Geneva station | 6h50 | 19:40 Lille-Europe | 2 changes | |
96564+ 5192 | 12:50 Geneva station | 6h54 | 19:44 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
9774+ 7065 | 14:27 Geneva station | 5h06 | 19:33 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
9776+ 7591 | 16:23 Geneva station | 5h22 | 21:45 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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Lille Flandres -> Grand'Place, Lille
The most popular day trips by train from Lille are Paris, Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lille on Omio.

Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 1h 1m.

Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 21m.

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 11m.

Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 1h 1m.

Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 1h 13m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Lille trains use the Genève to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport 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: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
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.
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