1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£107
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 52 m
Trains on 17 Sept
9
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station 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 Le Mans station will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 9 trains from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
9870 · 5486
7026 · 8921
9832
9838
12526 · 5470
9832
7044 · 8881
9838
7032 · 8875
12526 · 5470Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 361 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station costing on average £78.
Other travel options to Le Mans station take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 2m.
The journey is about 1h 44m faster (2h 40m by train vs 4h 24m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£78 vs £100). 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 | TGV INOUI.
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 Lille-Europe to Le Mans station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9870 · 5486 | 7:59 Lille-Europe | 3h31 | 11:30 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
9812 · 5224 · 5354 | 8:56 Lille-Europe | 4h32 | 13:28 Le Mans station | 2 changes | |
7026 · 8921 | 10:12 Lille-Europe | 3h21 | 13:33 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
12526 · 5470 | 10:57 Lille-Europe | 3h02 | 13:59 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
7032 · 8875 | 11:30 Lille-Europe | 2h54 | 14:24 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
7044 · 8881 | 14:43 Lille-Europe | 2h50 | 17:33 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
9832 | 15:47 Lille-Europe | 2h42 | 18:29 Le Mans station | 0 changesdirect | |
9838 | 17:36 Lille-Europe | 2h53 | 20:29 Le Mans station | 0 changesdirect | |
7534 · 8063 | 17:50 Lille-Europe | 4h20 | 22:10 Le Mans station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lille-Europe to Le Mans station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 18:12 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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 Le Mans station 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 Le Mans station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille-Europe to Le Mans station trains use the Lille-Europe to Le Mans station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille-Europe and Le Mans station 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.
Le Mans 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: L'Un des Sens, Le Grenier à Sel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Mans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Mans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Mans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Le Mans Centre, Ibis Le Mans Centre, Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare.