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Book a train ticket Nice - Lille

Train timetable info Nice-Lille

Travel by train from Nice to Lille. 11 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Nice at 5h 58m and the last at 19h 00m, allowing you to cover the 1194 km distance in as little as 7h 42m. Tickets are available from 57€ (1).

Best prices Nice-Lille

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 30 March
Tuesday 31
today
57 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 2 April April
76 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 3
100 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 4
76 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 5
84 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 6
126 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 7
100 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 8
71 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Thursday 9
82 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 10
115 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Saturday 11
105 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 12
112 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Monday 13
87 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Tuesday 14
78 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Wednesday 15
Thursday 16
80 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Friday 17
106 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 18
78 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Sunday 19
89 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Monday 20
87 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Tuesday 21
69 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Wednesday 22
71 € (1) INTERCITES DE NUIT
INTERCITES DE NUIT
Thursday 23
73 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 24
116 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 25
109 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 26
120 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO

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 Nice Lille

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

To benefit from the best prices, remember to book your train ticket in advance. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. 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 Nice to Lille take?

On average, allow 8h 57m for a train journey from Nice to Lille.

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

The minimum time to travel by train between Nice and Lille is 7h 42m.

How many trains run from Nice to Lille each day?

Every day, 11 trains complete the Nice to Lille journey.

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

You can reach Lille from Nice via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Nice and Lille by train?

The train journey between Nice and Lille, covers around 1194 km.

What time is the first train from Nice to Lille?

The first train departs from Nice at 5h 58m to take you to Lille.

What time is the last train from Nice to Lille?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Nice at 19h 00m.

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

The trains listed on this page depart from: NICE.

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

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

Which train companies operate trains from Nice to Lille?

You can make the Nice to Lille journey with OUIGO, TGV INOUI, TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, INTERCITES.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, feel free to bring your pet. Good news: OUIGO offers a fixed fare of 10 euros for all animals, regardless of their weight. If your pet weighs less than 6 kg, it must be transported in a container no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm. If your pet weighs more than 6 kg, it must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

Onboard INTERCITÉS, you can enjoy lunch service without leaving your seat, with different meal options to satisfy your taste buds.

If you choose TGV INOUI, on some trains, you will benefit from a freely accessible workspace. This area is located between two second-class carriages. You will find a table with a power outlet to work in complete tranquillity.

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 Nice to Lille?

The price of a Nice – 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 Nice 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 Nice to Lille.

Price of a Nice – Lille Train Ticket

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

Promotional Fare for Nice – 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 Nice – Lille Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Nice to Lille. For last-minute train tickets from Nice to Lille, 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 Nice 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 Nice - Lille. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Nice - Lille

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

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Nice to Lille with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Nice to Lille in advance!

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Classes of rail companies serving Nice - Lille

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Nice to Lille. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

  • Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

  • Choose and reserve your seat
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • A piece of additional or XL luggage
  • OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

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

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

OUIGO

  • Exchange your tickets

    You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.

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  • Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

    Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.

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  • Pet

    The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.

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  • Luggage

    Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.

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  • Text message

    Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip

  • Seat with electric socket

    Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket

  • Quiet place

    For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket

  • Stroller

    Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Train timetables Nice-Lille Thursday 2 April 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 58m 14h 20m 8h 22m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    OUIGO 7858
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h24
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7037
  • Lille Flandres
6h 57m 14h 39m 7h 42m TGV INOUI, OUIGO
Booking
  • Nice
    TGV INOUI 5516 - TGV INOUI 12176
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • 18 min
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
    OUIGO 7842
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Saint-Exupery Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Flandres
7h 57m 15h 48m 7h 51m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    TGV INOUI 6188
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 48 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7043
  • Lille Flandres
8h 25m 17h 20m 8h 55m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Nice
    TER 17472
  • Nice Saint-Augustin
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Carnoules
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h07
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9866
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
9h 58m 17h 48m 7h 50m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    TGV INOUI 6174
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 52 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7053
  • Lille Flandres
10h 25m 19h 19m 8h 54m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    TER 17476
  • Nice Saint-Augustin
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h00
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6120
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 49 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7065
  • Lille Flandres
11h 57m 19h 48m 7h 51m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    TGV INOUI 6176
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 51 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7069
  • Lille Flandres
12h 23m 21h 43m 9h 20m TER, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    TER 17480
  • Nice Saint-Augustin
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Carnoules
  • Toulon
  • 52 min
  • Toulon
    TGV INOUI 6124
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h01
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7591
  • Arras
  • Lille Europe
13h 25m 22h 06m 8h 41m TER, TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles
Booking
  • Nice
    TER 17482
  • Nice Saint-Augustin
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
  • 1h10
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9882
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
14h 58m 23h 02m 8h 04m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    OUIGO 7856
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Toulon
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h03
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7297
  • Arras
  • Lille Flandres
19h 00m 9h 50m 14h 50m INTERCITES, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Nice
    INTERCITES 5772
  • Antibes
  • Cannes
  • Saint-Raphael Valescure
  • Les Arcs - Draguignan
  • Toulon
  • Marseille Blancarde
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • 52 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7015
  • Lille Flandres