Travelling from Brest to Lille by train

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

The fastest trains from Brest to Lille take around 5 hours and 36 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 601 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Brest is scheduled to depart at around  04:48. The last departure is usually at around 17:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Brest at around 04:44, with the last train leaving at around 18:02. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$49.00.

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 Brest to Lille?

The journey between Brest and Lille usually involves one change of train.

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Brest to Lille?

The Brest to Lille train travel takes about 5 hours and 36 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Brest to Lille train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lille leaving Brest at around 04:48 and the last train leaving at around 17:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Brest at around 04:44, with the final departure at 18:02.