4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Lille
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£180
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
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 £180 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
To travel from Geneva to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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9657015:296h29Geneva station21:58Lille-Europe£1141One-way1 change- 5158+9656211:285h31Geneva station16:59Lille-Europe£1501One-way1 change
9776+729716:286h39Geneva station23:07Lille Flandres£1881One-way1 change- 9768+704310:295h19Geneva station15:48Lille Flandres£2241One-way1 change
- 9770+706112:296h19Geneva station18:48Lille Flandres£2241One-way1 change
- 9768+704310:295h19Geneva station15:48Lille Flandres£2241One-way1 change
- 5158+9656211:285h31Geneva station16:59Lille-Europe£1501One-way1 change
- 9770+706112:296h19Geneva station18:48Lille Flandres£2241One-way1 change
- 5182+9657015:296h29Geneva station21:58Lille-Europe£1141One-way1 change
- 9776+729716:286h39Geneva station23:07Lille Flandres£1881One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Geneva to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 543 km
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£134 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Geneva to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lille trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9768+7043 | 10:29 Geneva station | 5h19 | 15:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 5158+96562 | 11:28 Geneva station | 5h31 | 16:59 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
| 9770+7061 | 12:29 Geneva station | 6h19 | 18:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 5182+96570 | 15:29 Geneva station | 6h29 | 21:58 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
| 9776+7297 | 16:28 Geneva station | 6h39 | 23:07 Lille Flandres | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Lille
Switzerland
France
Trains from Geneva to Lille run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 543 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 543 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 18:29 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER from Geneva to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER trains will get you between Geneva and Lille from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
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FAQs: Geneva to Lille train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Lille
Most Geneva to Lille trains use the Genève to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. 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.
Which Geneva station do trains to Lille leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Which Lille station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Lille Flandres from Lille city centre
Lille Flandres train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Getting to Lille-Europe from Lille city centre
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Getting to Lille CHR from Lille city centre
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR train station facilities and services
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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