The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Lille
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Lille will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Of the 10 trains that leave Rennes for Lille every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
12230 · 707716:354h13Rennes station20:48Lille Flandres£1071One-way1 change
8088 · 729718:354h32Rennes station23:07Lille Flandres£1111One-way1 change
8060 · 703710:124h08Rennes station14:20Lille Flandres£1121One-way1 change
8720 · 705313:354h13Rennes station17:48Lille Flandres£1131One-way1 change
528012:003h50Rennes station15:50Lille-Europe£1131One-way0 changes
5460 · 528816:033h35Rennes station19:38Lille-Europe£1291One-way1 change
8622 · 706515:353h44Rennes station19:19Lille Flandres£1281One-way1 change
528012:003h50Rennes station15:50Lille-Europe£1131One-way0 changes
8060 · 703710:124h08Rennes station14:20Lille Flandres£1121One-way1 change
8634 · 759117:354h08Rennes station21:43Lille-Europe£1241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rennes to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 443 km
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£89 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rennes to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Lille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8606 · 7569 | On time 7:35 Rennes station | 4h13 | 11:48 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
8060 · 7037 | On time 8:12 Rennes station | 4h08 | 12:20 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
8610 · 7043 | On time 9:35 Rennes station | 4h13 | 13:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
5280 | On time 10:00 Rennes station | 3h50 | 13:50 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
8720 · 7053 | On time 11:35 Rennes station | 4h13 | 15:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
8622 · 7065 | On time 13:35 Rennes station | 3h44 | 17:19 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
5460 · 5288 | On time 14:03 Rennes station | 3h35 | 17:38 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
12230 · 7077 | On time 14:35 Rennes station | 4h13 | 18:48 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
8634 · 7591 | On time 15:35 Rennes station | 4h08 | 19:43 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
8088 · 7297 | On time 16:35 Rennes station | 4h32 | 21:07 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Lille
Trains from Rennes to Lille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:52 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV from Rennes to Lille trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV trains will get you between Rennes and Lille from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rennes to Lille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes and Lille
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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
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