The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£255
Average price
£337
Fastest journey
6 h 47 m
Average duration
7 h
Trains per day
19
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Edinburgh will cost around £337 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £255.
To travel from Lille to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
9141+
W28183
9153+
W28183
9113+
Y23438
9113+
Y23431
9123+
W28180
9145+
Y23467
9133+
Y23450
9115+
Y23431
9153+
W28183
9123+
Y23444Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lille to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £430.
Distance: 722 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£431 Average Price | £85 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 13m Average total duration 19h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lille to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9113+ Y23431 | On time 07:35 Lille-Europe | 7h49 | 15:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9113+ W28174 | On time 07:35 Lille-Europe | 7h36 | 15:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9113+ W28177 | On time 07:35 Lille-Europe | 9h06 | 16:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9115+ W28180 | On time 08:29 Lille-Europe | 10h42 | 19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9115+ Y23431 | On time 08:29 Lille-Europe | 6h55 | 15:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9115+ W28177 | On time 08:29 Lille-Europe | 8h12 | 16:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9123+ W28180 | On time 10:38 Lille-Europe | 8h33 | 19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9123+ Y23441 | On time 10:38 Lille-Europe | 6h45 | 17:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9123+ Y23444 | On time 10:38 Lille-Europe | 7h38 | 18:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9133+ W28183 | On time 12:35 Lille-Europe | 12h08 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9133+ Y23450 | On time 12:35 Lille-Europe | 6h49 | 19:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9133+ Y23453 | On time 12:35 Lille-Europe | 7h37 | 20:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9141+ Y23467 | On time 14:30 Lille-Europe | 7h50 | 22:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9141+ W28183 | On time 14:30 Lille-Europe | 10h13 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9141+ Y23470 | On time 14:30 Lille-Europe | 8h46 | 23:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9145+ W28183 | On time 15:33 Lille-Europe | 9h10 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9145+ Y23470 | On time 15:33 Lille-Europe | 7h43 | 23:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9145+ Y23467 | On time 15:33 Lille-Europe | 6h47 | 22:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9149+ Y23472 | On time 16:30 Lille-Europe | 6h54 | 23:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9149+ W28183 | On time 16:30 Lille-Europe | 8h13 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
9153+ W28183 | On time 17:36 Lille-Europe | 7h07 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Edinburgh
Trains from Lille to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £430 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 722 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 722 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £430 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 18:36 |
Train companies: Lumo, LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Eurostar from Lille to Edinburgh trainsLumo, LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Eurostar trains will get you between Lille and Edinburgh from £43. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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