The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lille
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lille will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Lille 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 345 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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, coach, flight and ferry for London to Lille
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 345 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£144 Average Price | £83 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lille trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:34 London | 2h01 | 20:35 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
![]() | 05:16 London | 1h57 | 07:13 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:04 London | 2h16 | 08:20 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:34 London | 2h27 | 16:01 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:04 London | 3h32 | 19:36 Lille | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lille
Trains from London to Lille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 345 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 345 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Lille trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Lille from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Trains from London to Lille
Eurostar trains depart London for Lille up to eight times a day, and with direct journey times of just 1.5 hours travelling between the two cities is quick and easy. The first train departs early in the morning with services continuing until around 7:30 p.m. A similar timetable operates seven days a week. Departures are from London St Pancras International with trains arriving at Lille Station.
Which train companies travel from London to Lille?
Eurostar is a European-owned high-speed passenger service that links London with several continental stations including Lille. Trains travel via the Channel Tunnel reaching speeds of up to 186 mph. Tickets are available in three classes - Standard, Standard Premier and First Class. All classes have spacious carpeted carriages with luggage space, power sockets and individual lights while newer rolling stock also has wifi access. All Eurostar trains have cafe-bars.
How long is the train from London to Lille?
All trains to Lille from London take approximately 1.5 hours to make the journey.
How many trains are there from London to Lille?
There are up to eight departures to Lille from London St Pancras International every day of the week. The first departure on Mondays to Saturdays is at around 7:00 a.m. with a slightly later first departure on Sundays. Departures are spread throughout the day allowing passengers to choose a time that suits their needs.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Lille?
Departure station:Trains travelling to Lille from London depart from London St Pancras International Station. This is centrally located in London and easily reached by regional trains, underground services, local buses and taxis. The station has car parking, wifi access, ATMs, currency exchange, left luggage facilities and a wide choice of high-end shops as well as cafes and restaurants including a champagne bar.
Arrival station:All trains from London to Lille arrive at Lille Station in northern France. As well as being a city break destination in itself, Lille is also a busy hub for onward train journeys to France and Belgium. Station facilities include a taxi rank, car parking, a left luggage office, shops, cafes and restaurants including an Irish pub.
FAQs: London to Lille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lille
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
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