The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Poitiers
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
493 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Poitiers is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Poitiers will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 8 trains that leave Lille for Poitiers every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 493 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
52026:154h21Lille Flandres10:36Poitiers£721One-way0 changes
7072 · 834718:423h58Lille Flandres22:40Poitiers£1151One-way1 change
7006 · 83757:123h38Lille Flandres10:50Poitiers£1491One-way1 change
7010 · 84457:423h55Lille Flandres11:37Poitiers£1491One-way1 change
524017:163h24Lille Flandres20:40Poitiers£1501One-way0 changes
524017:163h24Lille Flandres20:40Poitiers£1501One-way0 changes
7006 · 83757:123h38Lille Flandres10:50Poitiers£1491One-way1 change
7010 · 84457:423h55Lille Flandres11:37Poitiers£1491One-way1 change
7044 · 8343 · 545414:423h56Lille Flandres18:38Poitiers£1711One-way2 changes
7072 · 834718:423h58Lille Flandres22:40Poitiers£1151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lille to Poitiers
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Poitiers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 493 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lille to Poitiers train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Poitiers trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5202 | 6:15 Lille Flandres | 4h21 | 10:36 Poitiers | 0 changesdirect | |
7006 · 8375 | 7:12 Lille Flandres | 3h38 | 10:50 Poitiers | 1 change | |
7010 · 8445 | 7:42 Lille Flandres | 3h55 | 11:37 Poitiers | 1 change | |
7038 · 8447 | 13:12 Lille Flandres | 4h24 | 17:36 Poitiers | 1 change | |
7044 · 8343 · 5454 | 14:42 Lille Flandres | 3h56 | 18:38 Poitiers | 2 changes | |
7044 · 8343 | 14:42 Lille Flandres | 4h01 | 18:43 Poitiers | 1 change | |
5240 | 17:16 Lille Flandres | 3h24 | 20:40 Poitiers | 0 changesdirect | |
7072 · 8347 | 18:42 Lille Flandres | 3h58 | 22:40 Poitiers | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Poitiers
Trains from Lille to Poitiers run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 493 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 493 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 20:01 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lille to Poitiers trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lille and Poitiers from £14. 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 Poitiers train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Poitiers 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 Poitiers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Poitiers
- 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
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare
- Le Bistro de l'Hotel
- La Serrurerie
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- ibis Poitiers Centre
- Mercure Poitiers Centre
- Hotel de l'Europe
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
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