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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Zurich
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Zurich will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lille for Zurich 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 540 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 34 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.
15:146h12Lille21:26Zurich£821One-way0 changes- 9:126h14Lille15:26Zurich£1211One-way0 changes
- 15:126h14Lille21:26Zurich£1221One-way0 changes
- 9:146h12Lille15:26Zurich£1541One-way0 changes
- 7:128h14Lille15:26Zurich£1741One-way0 changes
- 15:146h12Lille21:26Zurich£821One-way0 changes
- 9:146h12Lille15:26Zurich£1541One-way0 changes
- 15:126h14Lille21:26Zurich£1221One-way0 changes
- 9:126h14Lille15:26Zurich£1211One-way0 changes
12:526h34Lille19:26Zurich£2291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lille to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 540 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£174 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lille to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:12 Lille | 8h14 | 15:26 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:12 Lille | 6h14 | 15:26 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:12 Lille | 7h14 | 19:26 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:12 Lille | 6h14 | 21:26 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:14 Lille | 6h12 | 21:26 Zurich | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Zurich
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Switzerland
Trains from Lille to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 540 km distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 540 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lille to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lille and Zurich from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Lille to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Zurich
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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