Calais to Lille train

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Information about the Calais to Lille train

Travel by train from Calais to Lille. 26 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Calais at 5h 29m and the last at 20h 30m, allowing you to cover the 101 km distance in as little as 0h 28m. Tickets are available from 7€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 06m

Shortest route time

0h 28m

First hour of departure

5h 29m

Last hour of departure

20h 30m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Calais to Lille train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
today 22 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Tuesday 22 September September 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Wednesday 23 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Thursday 24 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Friday 25 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Saturday 26 22 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Sunday 27 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF
Monday 28 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Tuesday 29 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Wednesday 30 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Thursday 1st October October 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Friday 2 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Saturday 3 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Sunday 4 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF
Monday 5 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Tuesday 6 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Wednesday 7	Thursday 8 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Friday 9 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Saturday 10 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Sunday 11 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF
Monday 12 22 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Tuesday 13 22 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Wednesday 14 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Thursday 15 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Friday 16 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Saturday 17 14 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Sunday 18 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF

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 from Calais to Lille

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

To get the best price for a train ticket, we recommend booking several months in advance. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

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

The Calais to Lille journey lasts approximately 1h 06m.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Calais to Lille in 0h 28m.

How many trains run from Calais to Lille each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 26 trains that run on the Calais to Lille route daily.

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

You will find at least one Direct Journey service between Calais and Lille.

What is the distance between Calais and Lille by train?

The distance by train between Calais and Lille is approximately 101 km.

What time is the first train from Calais to Lille?

The first train departs from Calais at 5h 29m to take you to Lille.

What time is the last train from Calais to Lille?

You can wait until 20h 30m at the latest to take the last Calais to Lille train.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: CALAIS VILLE, CALAIS - FRETHUN.

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

The trains listed on this page arrive at: LILLE FLANDRES, LILLE EUROPE.

Which train companies operate trains from Calais to Lille?

You can complete your journey from Calais to Lille on a TER train.

What services are offered on board?

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.

Take a train to Lille from Calais

The Calais - Lille train journey is with TER. Trains generally leave from CALAIS VILLE, CALAIS - FRETHUN and arrive at LILLE FLANDRES, LILLE EUROPE.

Journey times may vary depending on a number of factors, including the time you travel, the type of train, and whether you have to change trains. Some journeys take 0h 28m, but the average journey time is 1h 06m.

26 trains serve the Calais - Lille line every day. The first train leaves at 5h 29m and the last at 20h 30m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Calais - Lille train fare will depend on when you book, the timeslot, the type of ticket...

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

The price of a Calais – 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 Calais 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 Calais to Lille.

Price of a Calais – Lille Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lille: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Calais to Lille at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Calais – Lille

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Calais to Lille? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Calais – Lille Train

The best way to pay less for your Calais to Lille train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Calais to Lille, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Calais to Lille and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Calais - Lille. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Calais to Lille?

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

TER

Travel from Calais 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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What travel classes are available on the Calais to Lille train?

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

TER

Travel from Calais 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.

What on-board services are available on the Calais to Lille train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Calais 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 trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
PRM 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.

Calais to Lille train schedule for Tuesday 22 September 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 29m	6h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
5h 29m Calais Ville TER 44810 5h 42m Audruicq 5h 50m Watten - Eperlecques 5h 56m Saint-Omer 6h 12m Hazebrouck 6h 24m Bailleul 6h 32m Armentieres 6h 47m Lille Flandres
6h 07m	6h 40m	0h 33m	TER	Booking
6h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44400 6h 40m Lille Europe
6h 29m	7h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
6h 29m Calais Ville TER 44812 6h 42m Audruicq 6h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 6h 58m Saint-Omer 7h 13m Hazebrouck 7h 23m Bailleul 7h 32m Armentieres 7h 47m Lille Flandres
6h 40m	7h 10m	0h 30m	TER	Booking
6h 40m Calais - Frethun TER 7508 7h 10m Lille Europe
7h 29m	8h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
7h 29m Calais Ville TER 44814 7h 42m Audruicq 7h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 7h 58m Saint-Omer 8h 11m Hazebrouck 8h 24m Bailleul 8h 32m Armentieres 8h 47m Lille Flandres
7h 35m	8h 04m	0h 29m	TER	Booking
7h 35m Calais - Frethun TER 44402 8h 04m Lille Europe
8h 25m	8h 56m	0h 31m	TER	Booking
8h 25m Calais - Frethun TER 44404 8h 56m Lille Europe
8h 29m	9h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
8h 29m Calais Ville TER 44816 8h 42m Audruicq 8h 50m Watten - Eperlecques 8h 56m Saint-Omer 9h 11m Hazebrouck 9h 24m Bailleul 9h 32m Armentieres 9h 47m Lille Flandres
9h 37m	10h 10m	0h 33m	TER	Booking
9h 37m Calais - Frethun TER 7516 10h 10m Lille Europe
10h 29m	11h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
10h 29m Calais Ville TER 44818 10h 42m Audruicq 10h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 10h 58m Saint-Omer 11h 11m Hazebrouck 11h 23m Bailleul 11h 32m Armentieres 11h 47m Lille Flandres
11h 29m	12h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
11h 29m Calais Ville TER 44820 11h 42m Audruicq 11h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 11h 58m Saint-Omer 12h 11m Hazebrouck 12h 24m Bailleul 12h 32m Armentieres 12h 47m Lille Flandres
12h 27m	12h 55m	0h 28m	TER	Booking
12h 27m Calais - Frethun TER 7520 12h 55m Lille Europe
12h 45m	15h 07m	2h 22m	TER	Booking
12h 45m Calais Ville TER 46506 12h 48m Les Fontinettes 12h 55m Pont D'ardres 12h 59m Nortkerque 13h 04m Audruicq 13h 09m Ruminghem 13h 14m Watten - Eperlecques 13h 20m Saint-Omer 13h 26m Renescure 13h 30m Ebblinghem 13h 39m Hazebrouck Connection: 42 min 14h 21m Hazebrouck TER 44122 14h 26m Strazeele 14h 33m Bailleul 14h 37m Steenwerck 14h 41m Nieppe 14h 46m Armentieres 14h 52m Perenchies 14h 57m Saint-Andre 15h 00m La Madeleine 15h 07m Lille Flandres
13h 02m	15h 19m	2h 17m	TER	Booking
13h 02m Calais Ville TER 44610 13h 05m Les Fontinettes 13h 10m Beau Marais 13h 21m Gravelines 13h 28m Bourbourg 13h 37m Grande-Synthe 13h 43m Coudekerque-Branche 13h 47m Dunkerque Connection: 1h01 14h 48m Dunkerque TER 44506 15h 19m Lille Europe
14h 29m	15h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
14h 29m Calais Ville TER 44822 14h 41m Audruicq 14h 49m Watten - Eperlecques 14h 56m Saint-Omer 15h 13m Hazebrouck 15h 24m Bailleul 15h 32m Armentieres 15h 47m Lille Flandres
15h 28m	16h 47m	1h 19m	TER	Booking
15h 28m Calais Ville TER 44824 15h 41m Audruicq 15h 49m Watten - Eperlecques 15h 56m Saint-Omer 16h 11m Hazebrouck 16h 23m Bailleul 16h 32m Armentieres 16h 47m Lille Flandres
15h 49m	17h 31m	1h 42m	TER	Booking
15h 49m Calais Ville TER 44612 15h 52m Les Fontinettes 16h 06m Gravelines 16h 12m Bourbourg 16h 27m Dunkerque Connection: 33 min 17h 00m Dunkerque TER 44512 17h 31m Lille Europe
16h 29m	17h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
16h 29m Calais Ville TER 44826 16h 42m Audruicq 16h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 16h 58m Saint-Omer 17h 11m Hazebrouck 17h 24m Bailleul 17h 32m Armentieres 17h 47m Lille Flandres
17h 15m	17h 44m	0h 29m	TER	Booking
17h 15m Calais - Frethun TER 7534 17h 44m Lille Europe
17h 29m	18h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
17h 29m Calais Ville TER 44828 17h 41m Audruicq 17h 49m Watten - Eperlecques 17h 56m Saint-Omer 18h 12m Hazebrouck 18h 24m Bailleul 18h 32m Armentieres 18h 47m Lille Flandres
18h 07m	18h 35m	0h 28m	TER	Booking
18h 07m Calais - Frethun TER 44408 18h 35m Lille Europe
18h 29m	19h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
18h 29m Calais Ville TER 44830 18h 41m Audruicq 18h 49m Watten - Eperlecques 18h 56m Saint-Omer 19h 12m Hazebrouck 19h 24m Bailleul 19h 32m Armentieres 19h 47m Lille Flandres
19h 18m	19h 46m	0h 28m	TER	Booking
19h 18m Calais - Frethun TER 44410 19h 46m Lille Europe
19h 29m	20h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
19h 29m Calais Ville TER 44832 19h 42m Audruicq 19h 51m Watten - Eperlecques 19h 58m Saint-Omer 20h 11m Hazebrouck 20h 23m Bailleul 20h 32m Armentieres 20h 47m Lille Flandres
20h 29m	21h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
20h 29m Calais Ville TER 44834 20h 41m Audruicq 20h 49m Watten - Eperlecques 20h 56m Saint-Omer 21h 12m Hazebrouck 21h 24m Bailleul 21h 32m Armentieres 21h 47m Lille Flandres
20h 30m	20h 58m	0h 28m	TER	Booking
20h 30m Calais - Frethun TER 7546 20h 58m Lille Europe

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