Lille is located in the far north of France. Home to 230,000 inhabitants, this city is packed with attractions, tourist sites and restaurants. It’s ideal geographical situation makes it one of the most visited cities in France: it is at the crossroads of several major European cities including Paris, London, Brussels and Amsterdam. And we mustn't forget that Lille welcomes nearly 3 million visitors a year, who flock to its famous Braderie (flea market). If you're planning to visit this city, here's how you can reach Lille on board our OUIGO trains!
Choose your train ticket to Lille
Connections and Lille railway station
Lille is a major city and has 2 railway stations: Lille Europe and Lille-Flandres (served by OUIGO).
Flandres station has established itself as an indispensable northern railway station. Thanks to its proximity to the capital (between 50 minutes and 1hr 20mins away), it is the northern terminus of the Paris-Nord – Lille line, one of France's most important railway lines.
The city of Lille also provides connections with other nearby European countries (United Kingdom, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands).
Lille-Flandres train station is the only one to run OUIGO services but you can still cross France thanks to their numerous destinations.
You can travel from Lille Flandres to:
The Southwest: Angoulême, Poitiers, Bordeaux
The South: Avignon, Montpellier, Nîmes
Île-de-France and Central France: Paris and Tours (Saint-Pierre-des-Corps)
Buy a low-cost train ticket to Lille
Lille is a beautiful city and planning a visit is a worthwhile choice! Here are some useful tips before booking your ticket.
If you want more flexibility and options, then go for the OUIGO PLUS service! For only €9 more, you can choose the type of seat (single, trio or by a plug for your devices, the choice is yours), enjoy OUIFI access and take extra luggage!
NB: You can select a specific OUIGO PLUS service, for an extra benefit without paying for the complete €9 package.
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Discover Lille with OUIGO: an idyllic destination!
What to do in Lille?
You've arrived in Lille and are ready to enjoy all that the city offers thanks to your cheap OUIGO train tickets.
If you like walking, explore the Old Town with its cobbled streets and architectural wonders. Lille-Flandres train station is just a few minutes’ walk away.
If you want a fantastic view of the city, go to the top of the town hall's belfry (one of the highest in Europe). Finally, you can continue your walk by visiting numerous religious landmarks (Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille, Church of the Sacred Heart…) or the many lush parks (Parc des Géants, Parc de la Citadelle…).
And if your walk has worked up your appetite, what could be better than some delicious Lille treats? From waffles, cheeses, chips and pies to other typical regional dishes, Lille is known for its super-tasty specialities. There's food everywhere!
Did you know? The massive Grande Braderie de Lille flea market always takes place on the 1st Sunday of September!
Public transportation in Lille
As a major European city, Lille and its outskirts have excellent public transport services. Metro-wise Lille has 2 automated driverless lines that cross the entire city. At €1.70 per ticket, you can travel continuously for 1 hour across the entire transport network (Metro, Bus and Tram).
As for buses, 90 bus lines serve the city and even go as far as bordering countries! If you prefer to explore the city by bike, there's the 24-hour V'lille self-service bike hire that starts at€1.75 (first 30 minutes are free, after which is cost €1.10 per half hour).
Services offered on your journey :
OUIGO PLUS
For just an extra €9, enjoy a range of options : OUIGO PLUS. Because OUIGO knows how to get to the essentials... but also how to go the extra mile!
OUIGO SWAP
To swap your tickets if your plans change, or book a ticket on a train that’s already full.
Quite convenient in case of emergencies!
OUIFI + OUIFUN
1 Service, 2 options: - A Wifi connection on all High Speed trains :
- An on-demand entertainment platform
On your marks, get set, connect!
SEAT CHOICE
Travel as a Duo, with family or friends... or enjoy a Solo seat!
You can book seats in upper carriages, lower carriages, with or without an electric outlet, Duo, Solo, for 3 or for 4 passengers... Take your pick!
EXTRA LUGGAGE
OUIGO limits the number of luggage per traveller, to save space and allow you to pay less for your weekends and vacations... but that doesn't mean you can’t bring what you need along with you! Simply tick the extra/XL luggage option.
TRAVEL WITH YOUR PET
OUIGO offers an option for all pets who may want to travel with you! Whatever the size of your four-legged friend, the fee is €10 for your pet to travel with you. No more pet-sitters: bring them along!
TRAVEL WITH YOUR BIKE
You don't have to leave your bike stored in the garage! Bicycle lovers are welcome in our
High Speed (TGV) or Classical train: just tick the Bike option and cycle away, right off the train!
LOW FARES FOR KIDS
On our OUIGO High Speed trains, children's tickets cost €8, top. And infants under 3 travel on your lap for free. Finally, a family vacation that won’t have you go bankrupt
OUIGOFLEX : UNLIMITED TICKET EXCHANGE
Simply tick the OUIGOFLEX option when booking your ticket. It’s free for anyone under 12 and just €9 per adult... and you can now change your train tickets as many times as you need! Last-minute changes, family emergencies, or just a change of heart.
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