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Lille to Zurich train

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Information about the Lille to Zurich train

Travel by train from Lille to Zurich. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 7h 40m and the last at 16h 13m, allowing you to cover the 591.57 km distance in as little as 6h 13m.

Cheap train tickets from Lille to Zurich

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

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. If you are flexible with the time and date of your journey, you can get tickets at the lowest prices. Be among the first to know about the best deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

On average, allow 7h 24m for a train journey from Lille to Zurich.

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

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Lille to Zurich in 6h 13m.

How many trains run from Lille to Zurich each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 8 trains that run on the Lille to Zurich route daily.

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

Between Lille and Zurich, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Lille and Zurich by train?

The rail connection between Lille and Zurich is approximately 591.57 km.

What time is the first train from Lille to Zurich?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the first Lille to Zurich train at 7h 40m.

What time is the last train from Lille to Zurich?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Lille at 16h 13m.

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

This page lists trains departing from: LILLE EUROPE, LILLE FLANDRES.

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

This page lists trains arriving at: ZURICH HB, ZURICH ALTSTETTEN.

Which train companies operate trains from Lille to Zurich?

What services are offered on board?

If you take a TGV INOUI, your young children and you can enjoy the nursery area. Don’t forget that we will happily warm your bottles in the TGV INOUI bar carriage.

You can travel on TGV Lyria with your bike for free and without making a reservation in the luggage areas. Make sure your bike is folded or the wheels are removed and store your bike in a cover (maximum size of 130 cm x 90 cm).

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Take a train to Zurich from Lille

The Lille - Zurich train journey is with TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER, SBB, TGV INOUI Brussels, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB). Trains generally leave from LILLE EUROPE, LILLE FLANDRES and arrive at ZURICH HB, ZURICH ALTSTETTEN.

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 6h 13m, but the average journey time is 7h 24m.

8 trains serve the Lille - Zurich line every day. The first train leaves at 7h 40m and the last at 16h 13m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

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

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

The price of a Lille – Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich.

Price of a Lille – Zurich Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lille to Zurich, 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 Lille to Zurich with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lille to Zurich at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lille – Zurich

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Lille to Zurich 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 Lille – Zurich Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lille to Zurich. For last-minute train tickets from Lille to Zurich, 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 Lille to Zurich 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 Lille - Zurich. 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 Lille to Zurich?

If you're travelling from Lille to Zurich, 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 Zurich on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lille to Zurich: 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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What travel classes are available on the Lille to Zurich train?

To travel from Lille to Zurich, 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 Zurich 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

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

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lille to Zurich 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.

Lille to Zurich train schedule for Friday 21 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 40m 14h 26m 6h 46m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7508 - TGV INOUI 7208
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h21
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Dijon
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
8h 05m 14h 43m 6h 38m TGV INOUI, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 9870
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Meuse Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 27 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96219
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
  • Connection: 28 min
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 2073
  • Rheinfelden
  • Moehlin
  • Stein-Sackingen
  • Frick
  • Brugg Ag
  • Baden
  • Dietikon
  • Zurich Altstetten
8h 42m 16h 26m 7h 44m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7016
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 2h33
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
8h 53m 18h 28m 9h 35m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER, SBB
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9812
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 38 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 96510
  • Amberieu-En-Bugey
  • Tenay - Hauteville
  • Virieu-Le-Grand - Belley
  • Culoz
  • Bellegarde-Sur-Valserine Gare
  • Geneve Cornavin
  • Connection: 40 min
  • Geneve Cornavin
    SBB 727
  • Nyon
  • Morges
  • Renens Vd
  • Lausanne
  • Fribourg/Freiburg
  • Bern
  • Zurich Hb
11h 43m 20h 00m 8h 17m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7032
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h04
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation 9575
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Connection: 36 min
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 109
  • Baden-Baden
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
13h 02m 20h 26m 7h 24m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7520
  • Douai
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h50
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
13h 56m 20h 26m 6h 30m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9874
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • Connection: 14 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96233
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Connection: 22 min
  • Mulhouse
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb
16h 13m 22h 26m 6h 13m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7052
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
  • Zurich Hb