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Musée de Cambrai
Cambrai’s main art museum, housed in a former mansion, with fine arts, archaeology, and local history collections in refined galleries.
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Cambrai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Cambrai will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lille for Cambrai every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.










The table below shows live departures for Lille to Cambrai trains for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
K40 (843808) | 12:23 Lille Flandres | 0h57 | 13:20 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843914) · P41 (843312) | 12:53 Lille Flandres | 1h06 | 13:59 Gare de Cambrai | 1 change | |
K40 (843810) | 13:23 Lille Flandres | 0h57 | 14:20 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
C40 (843120) · P41 (843314) | 14:57 Lille Flandres | 1h51 | 16:48 Gare de Cambrai | 1 change | |
K40 (843812) | 16:23 Lille Flandres | 0h55 | 17:18 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
C40 (843124) · P40 (843872) | 16:27 Lille Flandres | 1h32 | 17:59 Gare de Cambrai | 1 change | |
K40 (843814) | 17:23 Lille Flandres | 0h55 | 18:18 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843008) · P41 (843316) | 17:53 Lille Flandres | 1h05 | 18:58 Gare de Cambrai | 1 change | |
K40 (843816) | 18:23 Lille Flandres | 0h55 | 19:18 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
K44 (843924) · P41 (843318) | 18:53 Lille Flandres | 1h05 | 19:58 Gare de Cambrai | 1 change | |
K40 (843818) | 19:23 Lille Flandres | 0h56 | 20:19 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
K40 (843820) | 20:23 Lille Flandres | 0h55 | 21:18 Gare de Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
![]() | 7:23 Lille | 0h57 | 8:20 Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:53 Lille | 1h05 | 9:58 Cambrai | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lille to Cambrai run on average 11 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 49m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Cambrai — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cambrai trip today.
Cambrai’s main art museum, housed in a former mansion, with fine arts, archaeology, and local history collections in refined galleries.
Museum devoted to lace-making traditions, displaying tools, patterns, and delicate pieces linked to an important local craft heritage.
A military history museum presenting equipment, documents, and interpretations linked to the Battle of Cambrai and the First World War.
The main square at the heart of daily life, edged by shops and civic buildings, and a practical base for exploring central Cambrai on foot.
A pleasant public garden with lawns, paths, and mature trees, offering a relaxed break near the historic centre.
A central shopping and walking street with historic urban fabric, useful for experiencing everyday city life between major sights.
A soft, rectangular mint sweet made in Cambrai since the 19th century. It is the town’s best-known speciality and a classic local treat.
A strong, washed-rind cheese from northern France near Cambrai. Its pungent aroma and creamy texture make it a regional staple.
A regional tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and pastry. It is a northern favourite often eaten warm in estaminets and brasseries.
Refined hotel restaurant offering seasonal French cuisine in an elegant dining room near the town centre.
Traditional French restaurant in central Cambrai serving regional dishes in a polished, welcoming setting.
Brasserie-style venue known for classic French cooking and a relaxed atmosphere suited to lunch or dinner.
Cambrai is cheaper than major French cities, with lower room rates and dining costs. Local buses are low-cost, so it suits value-focused visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Cambrai 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 Cambrai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lille to Cambrai trains use the Lille Flandres to Gare de Cambrai station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Cambrai train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
Lezennes (f) is 3 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lezennes (f) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lezennes (f).
ATMs are available at Lezennes (f).
Available at Lezennes (f): Parking.
Available at Lezennes (f): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Gare de Cambrai is 1 km from Cambrai city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Cambrai has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Grill, La Table de Jeanne
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Cambrai. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Cambrai. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Cambrai: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Cambrai: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Cambrai: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Beatus, Hotel La Chope, Hotel de France.
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