The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Chartres
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Chartres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Chartres will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lille for Chartres 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 268 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 42 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lille to Chartres
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Chartres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 268 km
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2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lille to Chartres train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Chartres trains for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:42 Lille | 3h42 | 13:24 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:42 Lille | 3h12 | 15:54 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:16 Lille | 3h41 | 18:57 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
![]() | 08:12 Lille | 3h13 | 11:25 Chartres | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lille to Chartres by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Chartres
Trains from Lille to Chartres run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Lille to Chartres trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Lille and Chartres from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lille to Chartres train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Chartres 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 Chartres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Chartres
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 144 places, covered
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- 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.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Place Pierre Semard.
- Le Georges
- Café Bleu
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- The Originals Boutique, Hotel Les Poèmes de Chartres
- Mercure Chartres Centre Cathédrale
- Timhotel Chartres Cathédrale
- Located in the main hall
- 310 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Paris and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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