1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.
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844409Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a ferry costs an average of £23.
Distance: 94 km
Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun:
A train is £3 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Calais - Fréthun take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 15m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 0m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (29m by train vs 1h 15m by car). Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7551 | Delayed 6:35 8:15Lille-Europe | 0h28 | 7:03 7:03Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
844411 | 9:55 Lille-Europe | 0h29 | 10:24 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
7569 | 13:53 Lille-Europe | 0h30 | 14:23 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
844405 | 16:55 Lille-Europe | 0h29 | 17:24 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
844407 | 17:25 Lille-Europe | 0h28 | 17:53 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
7577 | 18:21 Lille-Europe | 0h27 | 18:48 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
7581 | 19:18 Lille-Europe | 0h28 | 19:46 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
844409 | 20:40 Lille-Europe | 0h28 | 21:08 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
7591 | 21:50 Lille-Europe | 0h28 | 22:18 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
844401 | 7:24 Lille-Europe | 0h30 | 7:54 Calais - Fréthun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 27m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 20:14 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun 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 Calais - Fréthun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille-Europe to Calais - Fréthun trains use the Lille Flandres to Calais Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille-Europe and Calais - Fréthun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Calais - Fréthun is 6 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais - Fréthun has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Channel, Restaurant du Golf
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Calais - Fréthun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Calais - Fréthun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais - Fréthun: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel Meurice, Hotel de la Plage.
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