Book early and save: Yes
Online bookings usually open: 4 months ahead of the travel date - but bookings can open sooner when SNCF is running a promotion.
Seats will automatically be assigned when booking tickets for this journey, but rail pass user****s will need to be pay a reservation fee prior to boarding.
Our step by step guide to booking tickets on the PC version on Oui.SNCF (French national railways) website is available HERE.
If you're new to booking tickets for train journeys in France, we recommend taking a look at our guide to French train tickets - it should help you save time and money and confusion.
Ticket Provider | Approximate Cost | |
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Trainline | from €25 | |
Oui.SNCF | from €25 |
Final Destination: Strasbourg
These trains are usually scheduled to depart from Lille daily at 08:03 and 11:25 and 19:09.
The train at 11:25 will depart Lille joined to another train which will be heading to Rennes.
All trains also call at: Champagne-Ardenne TGV; Lorraine TGV
These trains spend the entire journey on a high speed line, but it is primarily the speed that gives this journey its wow factor.
It's not a particularly scenic train ride, so having something to watch or read with you is recommended.
If you are new to travelling by train in France, our French Train Travel Guide is packed with info and useful links to help ensure you’ll have a stress-free trip.
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