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Train Lille Ulm

Book a train ticket Lille - Ulm

Train timetable info Lille-Ulm

Travel by train from Lille to Ulm. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 7h 12m and the last at 16h 12m, allowing you to cover the 587.33 km distance in as little as 5h 59m.

Cheap train tickets Lille Ulm

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

To get the best price for a train ticket, we recommend booking several months in advance. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. 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 Lille to Ulm take?

The Lille to Ulm journey lasts 6h 45m on average.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Lille to Ulm in 5h 59m.

How many trains run from Lille to Ulm each day?

9 trains complete the Lille to Ulm journey each day.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Lille and Ulm.

What is the distance between Lille and Ulm by train?

The total distance between Lille and Ulm by train is approximately 587.33 km.

What time is the first train from Lille to Ulm?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Lille to Ulm train at 7h 12m.

What time is the last train from Lille to Ulm?

You can wait until 16h 12m at the latest to take the last Lille to Ulm train.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LILLE FLANDRES, LILLE EUROPE.

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

The trains shown on this page arrive at: ULM HBF.

Which train companies operate trains from Lille to Ulm?

Journeys from Lille to Ulm are operated by TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB), TGV INOUI Brussels.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on TGV INOUI, you no longer need to queue in the bar carriage. Order exactly what you want online, and then collect it at the bar, without waiting around, so you can enjoy your book or watch something in peace.

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

The price of a Lille – Ulm 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 Lille to Ulm 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 Lille to Ulm.

Price of a Lille – Ulm 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 Lille to Ulm: 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 Lille to Ulm at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Lille – Ulm

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lille to Ulm? 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 Lille – Ulm Train

The best way to pay less for your Lille to Ulm 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 Lille to Ulm, 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 Lille to Ulm and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Ulm 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 Lille - Ulm

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

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lille to Ulm on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lille to Ulm: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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Classes of rail companies serving Lille - Ulm

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

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Lille to Ulm and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

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

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

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Train timetables Lille-Ulm Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 12m 14h 00m 6h 48m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7006
  • Paris Nord
  • 50 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9551
  • Forbach
  • Saarbrucken Hbf
  • Kaiserslautern Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 18 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 595
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • Ulm Hbf
8h 01m 15h 33m 7h 32m TGV INOUI Brussels, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9870
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Meuse Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • 1h39
  • Strasbourg
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9573
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • 37 min
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 567
  • Ulm Hbf
10h 51m 18h 00m 7h 09m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7516
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h02
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9553
  • Saarbrucken Hbf
  • Kaiserslautern Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 18 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 599
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • Ulm Hbf
11h 43m 18h 26m 6h 43m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7032
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h08
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9575
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • 29 min
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1011
  • Ulm Hbf
13h 02m 19h 37m 6h 35m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7520
  • Douai
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 49 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9563
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • 13 min
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1069
  • Bruchsal
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • Ulm Hbf
14h 01m 20h 00m 5h 59m TGV INOUI Brussels, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9874
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • 09 min
  • Strasbourg
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9577
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • 13 min
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 691
  • Ulm Hbf
14h 01m 20h 21m 6h 20m TGV INOUI Brussels, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9874
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • 09 min
  • Strasbourg
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9577
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • Ulm Hbf
14h 42m 22h 00m 7h 18m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7044
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h26
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9555
  • Saarbrucken Hbf
  • Kaiserslautern Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 18 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 693
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • Ulm Hbf
16h 12m 22h 26m 6h 14m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7052
  • Paris Nord
  • 40 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9579
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • 29 min
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 1015
  • Ulm Hbf