Travelling from Saint-Étienne to Lille by train

Want to know how to get from Saint-Étienne to Lille by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Lille take around 4 hours and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 587 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Saint-Étienne is scheduled to depart at around  01:33. The last departure is usually at around 18:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Saint-Étienne at around 06:10, with the last train leaving at around 19:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £70.89.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lille, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Lille.

Is there a direct train from Saint-Étienne to Lille?

The journey between Saint-Étienne and Lille usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Saint-Étienne to Lille every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Saint-Étienne to Lille?

The Saint-Étienne to Lille train travel takes about 4 hours and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Saint-Étienne to Lille train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lille leaving Saint-Étienne at around 01:33 and the last train leaving at around 18:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Saint-Étienne at around 06:10, with the final departure at 19:20.