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Train timetable info Geneva-Lille

Travel by train from Geneva to Lille. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Geneva at 5h 14m and the last at 16h 28m, allowing you to cover the 810 km distance in as little as 5h 19m. Tickets are available from 68€ (1).

Best prices Geneva-Lille

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
today
163 € (1) AUTOCAR
AUTOCAR
Saturday 23 May
143 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Sunday 24
113 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 25
120 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Tuesday 26
118 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 27
Thursday 28
103 € (1) TER
TER
Friday 29
118 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 30
98 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Sunday 31
125 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Monday 1st June June
111 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Tuesday 2
83 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Wednesday 3
81 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Thursday 4
103 € (1) TER
TER
Friday 5
113 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 6
83 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Sunday 7
111 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Monday 8
95 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Tuesday 9
68 € (1) LYRIA
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LYRIA
Wednesday 10
70 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Thursday 11
88 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Friday 12
118 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA
Saturday 13

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Sunday 14

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Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Geneva Lille

How much does a train ticket from Geneva to Lille cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Geneva to Lille take?

On average, allow 5h 42m for a train journey from Geneva to Lille.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Geneva to Lille?

The journey from Geneva to Lille on the fastest train takes 5h 19m.

How many trains run from Geneva to Lille each day?

You can choose from 9 trains per day to travel from Geneva to Lille.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Geneva and Lille?

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between Geneva and Lille.

What is the distance between Geneva and Lille by train?

The train journey between Geneva and Lille, covers around 810 km.

What time is the first train from Geneva to Lille?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Geneva to Lille train at 5h 14m.

What time is the last train from Geneva to Lille?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Geneva at 16h 28m.

To leave Geneva, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: GENEVE CORNAVIN.

At Lille, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LILLE EUROPE, LILLE FLANDRES.

Which train companies operate trains from Geneva to Lille?

For your journey from Geneva to Lille, you can travel with TER, TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria.

What services are offered on board?

If you opt for TGV INOUI, you will have the option to travel quietly. On some TGV INOUI trains, a 300 km/h work area is freely accessible between two second-class carriages. A table and a power outlet allow you to get to work. We take care of the rest.

Thanks to TGV Lyria, small pets can travel in a container with a maximum size of 45 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm, with a ticket at a fixed price of 10 euros. Alternatively, you can travel with your dog on a lead and muzzled for 20 euros. Assistance dogs for disabled or blind passengers can travel free on international journeys.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lille?

The price of a Geneva – Lille train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Geneva to Lille thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lille.

Price of a Geneva – Lille Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Geneva to Lille, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Geneva to Lille, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Geneva – Lille

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Geneva to Lille throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Geneva – Lille Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Geneva to Lille. For last-minute train tickets from Geneva to Lille, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Geneva to Lille and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lille on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Geneva - Lille

If you're travelling from Geneva to Lille, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Geneva to Lille with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Geneva - Lille

To travel from Geneva to Lille, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Geneva to Lille by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Geneva - Lille

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Geneva to Lille route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board TER trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • Disabled access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Geneva-Lille Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 14m 11h 35m 6h 21m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96550
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Seyssel - Corbonod
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h05
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9854 - TGV INOUI 12554
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
6h 28m 11h 48m 5h 20m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9760
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h03
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7027
  • Lille Flandres
8h 29m 13h 50m 5h 21m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9764
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Nurieux Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h01
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7035
  • Lille Flandres
8h 34m 14h 38m 6h 04m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9756
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 36 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9862 - TGV INOUI 12562
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Tgv Haute Picardie
  • Arras
  • Lille Europe
10h 29m 16h 19m 5h 50m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9768
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h28
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7043
  • Lille Flandres
11h 28m 17h 20m 5h 52m TER, TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TER 96562
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Culoz
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 38 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5158 - TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9866
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
12h 29m 17h 59m 5h 30m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9770
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h11
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7053
  • Lille Flandres
14h 29m 19h 48m 5h 19m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9774
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h00
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7069
  • Lille Flandres
16h 28m 22h 03m 5h 35m TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Geneve Cornavin
    TGV Lyria 9776
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h12
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7085
  • Lille Flandres