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Travelling from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by train
Looking to travel from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 53 minutes to travel from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 43 miles (69 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Lille-Flandres, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. SNCF, which is the national train operator in France, will whisk you to Lille-Flandres on either a TER or Intercités service, both of which are modern trains with comfortable seating.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres start from £10.74 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lille-Flandres by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by train
It takes an average of 1h 53m to travel from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by train, over a distance of around 43 miles (69 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres and tickets for this journey start from £10.74 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:46 | |
| Departure station | Le Cateau | |
| Arrival station | Lille-Flandres | |
| Journey time | From 1h 28m | |
| Distance | 43 miles (69 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £10.74 | |
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SNCF trains from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres
SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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Cheap train tickets from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Le Cateau to Lille-Flandres by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.