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Train Frankfurt am Main Lille

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Information about the Frankfurt am Main to Lille train

Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main to Lille. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Frankfurt am Main at 6h 34m and the last at 16h 55m, allowing you to cover the 407.99 km distance in as little as 4h 12m.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lille

How much does a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lille cost?

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Prices vary depending on the time and date of departure. Consider booking as early as possible to save money. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lille take?

Your train takes you from Frankfurt am Main to Lille in an average of 4h 55m.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

Allow 4h 12m to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Lille on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Frankfurt am Main to Lille each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 8 Frankfurt am Main – Lille trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Frankfurt am Main and Lille?

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Frankfurt am Main and Lille.

What is the distance between Frankfurt am Main and Lille by train?

Trains running between Frankfurt am Main and Lille cover a distance of around 407.99 km.

What time is the first train from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

Take a morning journey on the Frankfurt am Main to Lille train departing at 6h 34m.

What time is the last train from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

At the latest, you can depart at 16h 55m on the last train.

To leave Frankfurt am Main, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: FRANKFURT AM MAIN HBF.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: LILLE EUROPE, LILLE FLANDRES.

Which train companies operate trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

Travel on a train operated by Deutsche Bahn (DB), TGV INOUI Brussels, TER, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI, Eurostar for your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lille.

What services are offered on board?

If you choose TGV INOUI, you can travel with your pet, whose ticket is now at a fixed rate of 10 euros. Your pet travels either in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or on a lead and muzzled. Book your pet’s TGV INOUI ticket at the same time as yours by adding a pet when searching for tickets.

If you travel frequently on Eurostar, consider joining the loyalty programme. Benefit from exclusive privileges and earn points redeemable for a wide range of rewards.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

The price of a Frankfurt am Main – 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lille.

Price of a Frankfurt am Main – Lille Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lille, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lille with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Frankfurt am Main to Lille at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Frankfurt am Main – Lille

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Frankfurt am Main – Lille Train

The best way to pay less for your Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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.

Which companies operate the train from Frankfurt am Main to Lille?

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

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lille on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Frankfurt am Main to Lille train?

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

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lille by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Frankfurt am Main - Lille guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.

What on-board services are available on the Frankfurt am Main to Lille train?

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

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

  • Stay connected while you travel

    Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.

  • Enjoy the peace and quiet

    To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.

  • Grab a bite or drink during your trip

    Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.

  • Recharge your electronic devices

    Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.

  • Carry your luggage with ease

    Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.

  • Take your bicycle everywhere

    Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.

  • Travel with your pet

    Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.

  • Enjoy seat service in 1st class

    In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.

  • Access Deutsche Bahn lounges

    Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.

Frankfurt am Main to Lille train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 34m 10h 46m 4h 12m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 18
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826
  • Lille Europe
8h 33m 13h 20m 4h 47m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TER
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 316
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    TER 9135
  • Lille Europe
10h 34m 15h 20m 4h 46m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TER
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 16
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 54 min
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    TER 9143
  • Lille Europe
11h 01m 16h 44m 5h 43m DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9590
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Strasbourg
  • Paris Est
  • Connection: 41 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7047
  • Lille Flandres
12h 34m 16h 47m 4h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 314
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9836
  • Lille Europe
14h 34m 18h 47m 4h 13m Deutsche Bahn (DB), TGV INOUI Brussels
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 14
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 18 min
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9844
  • Lille Europe
16h 34m 21h 49m 5h 15m Deutsche Bahn (DB), Eurostar
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 12
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Connection: 1h18
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
    Eurostar 9167
  • Lille Europe
16h 55m 23h 00m 6h 05m DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9560
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Strasbourg
  • Paris Est
  • Connection: 1h10
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7297
  • Lille Flandres