Train Dunkirk Lille

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Information about the Dunkirk to Lille train

Travel by train from Dunkirk to Lille. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Dunkirk at 7h 29m and the last at 20h 30m, allowing you to cover the 80 km distance in as little as 0h 31m. Tickets are available from 7€ (1).

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 07m

Shortest route time

0h 31m

First hour of departure

7h 29m

Last hour of departure

20h 30m

Timetables for tomorrow

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Dunkirk to Lille train best prices

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Monday 12 October	Tuesday 13	Wednesday 14	Thursday 15	Friday 16	today 18 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 18 October 18 € (1) TER TER
Monday 19 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Tuesday 20 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Wednesday 21 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Thursday 22 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Friday 23 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Saturday 24 18 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Sunday 25 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF
Monday 26 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Tuesday 27 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Wednesday 28 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Thursday 29 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Friday 30 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF	Saturday 31 12 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 1st November November 12 € (1) TER HDF TER HDF
Monday 2 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Tuesday 3 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Wednesday 4 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Thursday 5 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Friday 6 7 € (1) TER HDF The cheapest TER HDF	Saturday 7 12 € (1) TER TER	Sunday 8 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 Dunkirk to Lille

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

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. By being flexible with the date and time of departure, you can save on the price of your tickets. 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 Dunkirk to Lille take?

The journey on a train from Dunkirk to Lille will take you about 1h 07m. Travel time may vary depending on the operator.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Dunkirk to Lille in 0h 31m.

How many trains run from Dunkirk to Lille each day?

12 trains complete the Dunkirk to Lille journey each day.

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

You can reach Lille from Dunkirk via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Dunkirk and Lille by train?

Trains running between Dunkirk and Lille cover a distance of around 80 km.

What time is the first train from Dunkirk to Lille?

Need to leave early? The Dunkirk to Lille train at 7h 29m is the first of the day.

What time is the last train from Dunkirk to Lille?

If you want to take your time, you can take the last train at 20h 30m.

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

The trains shown on this page depart from: DUNKERQUE.

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 Dunkirk to Lille?

You can make the Dunkirk to Lille journey with TER.

What services are offered on board?

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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

The price of a Dunkirk – 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 Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lille.

Price of a Dunkirk – 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 Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lille at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Dunkirk – Lille

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk – Lille Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Dunkirk to Lille ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk - 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 Dunkirk to Lille?

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

TER

Travel from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lille train?

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

TER

Travel from Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Lille train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Dunkirk 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.

Dunkirk to Lille train schedule for Sunday 18 October 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
7h 29m	8h 47m	1h 18m	TER	Booking
7h 29m Dunkerque TER 44930 7h 35m Bergues 7h 42m Esquelbecq 7h 48m Arneke 7h 54m Cassel 8h 02m Hazebrouck 8h 09m Strazeele 8h 15m Bailleul 8h 20m Steenwerck 8h 24m Nieppe 8h 29m Armentieres 8h 35m Perenchies 8h 47m Lille Flandres
9h 17m	10h 21m	1h 04m	TER	Booking
9h 17m Dunkerque TER 44932 9h 23m Bergues 9h 29m Esquelbecq 9h 35m Arneke 9h 40m Cassel 9h 48m Hazebrouck 9h 58m Bailleul 10h 06m Armentieres 10h 21m Lille Flandres
11h 12m	12h 20m	1h 08m	TER	Booking
11h 12m Dunkerque TER 44948 11h 18m Bergues 11h 24m Esquelbecq 11h 30m Arneke 11h 36m Cassel 11h 44m Hazebrouck 11h 56m Bailleul 12h 05m Armentieres 12h 20m Lille Flandres
11h 25m	11h 57m	0h 32m	TER	Booking
11h 25m Dunkerque TER 7218 11h 57m Lille Europe
12h 29m	13h 45m	1h 16m	TER	Booking
12h 29m Dunkerque TER 44936 12h 35m Bergues 12h 42m Esquelbecq 12h 47m Arneke 12h 53m Cassel 13h 01m Hazebrouck 13h 07m Strazeele 13h 13m Bailleul 13h 18m Steenwerck 13h 22m Nieppe 13h 27m Armentieres 13h 33m Perenchies 13h 45m Lille Flandres
13h 50m	15h 21m	1h 31m	TER	Booking
13h 50m Dunkerque TER 7324 14h 16m Hazebrouck Connection: 33 min 14h 49m Hazebrouck TER 44844 14h 58m Bailleul 15h 06m Armentieres 15h 21m Lille Flandres
15h 13m	16h 20m	1h 07m	TER	Booking
15h 13m Dunkerque TER 44940 15h 19m Bergues 15h 26m Esquelbecq 15h 32m Arneke 15h 38m Cassel 15h 46m Hazebrouck 15h 57m Bailleul 16h 05m Armentieres 16h 20m Lille Flandres
16h 50m	18h 41m	1h 51m	TER	Booking
16h 50m Dunkerque TER 7334 17h 11m Hazebrouck 17h 34m Bethune 17h 47m Lens Connection: 15 min 18h 02m Lens TER 43277 18h 07m Coron De Mericourt 18h 10m Billy-Montigny 18h 14m Henin-Beaumont 18h 17m Dourges 18h 24m Libercourt 18h 30m Seclin 18h 41m Lille Flandres
17h 33m	18h 55m	1h 22m	TER	Booking
17h 33m Dunkerque TER 44944 17h 39m Bergues 17h 47m Esquelbecq 17h 53m Arneke 17h 59m Cassel 18h 08m Hazebrouck 18h 15m Strazeele 18h 22m Bailleul 18h 27m Steenwerck 18h 31m Nieppe 18h 36m Armentieres 18h 43m Perenchies 18h 55m Lille Flandres
19h 16m	20h 22m	1h 06m	TER	Booking
19h 16m Dunkerque TER 44946 19h 22m Bergues 19h 29m Esquelbecq 19h 35m Arneke 19h 41m Cassel 19h 48m Hazebrouck 19h 59m Bailleul 20h 07m Armentieres 20h 22m Lille Flandres
19h 30m	20h 01m	0h 31m	TER	Booking
19h 30m Dunkerque TER 44518 20h 01m Lille Europe
20h 30m	21h 01m	0h 31m	TER	Booking
20h 30m Dunkerque TER 44516 21h 01m Lille Europe

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