- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Lille will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 22 trains that leave Brussels for Lille every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2331 · 19712
2331 · 19712
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2332 · 19714
2332 · 19714
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9826Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 94 km
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£19 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Lille trains for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2333 · 19734 | 10:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 12:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2333 · 19734 | 10:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 12:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2333 · 19734 | 10:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 12:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2334 · 19732 | 11:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 13:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2334 · 19732 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 13:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2334 · 19732 | 11:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 13:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2335 · 19718 | 12:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 14:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2335 · 19718 | 12:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 14:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2335 · 19718 | 12:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 14:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2336 · 19720 | 13:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 15:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2336 · 19720 | 13:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 15:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2336 · 19720 | 13:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 15:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
9836 | 15:51 Brussels-Midi | 1h00 | 16:51 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
9835 | 15:51 Brussels-Midi | 1h00 | 16:51 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
9844 | 17:55 Brussels-Midi | 0h56 | 18:51 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
9810 | 5:55 Brussels-Midi | 0h55 | 6:50 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
9812 | 7:55 Brussels-Midi | 0h56 | 8:51 Lille-Europe | 0 changesdirect | |
2331 · 19712 | 8:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 10:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2331 · 19712 | 8:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 10:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2331 · 19712 | 8:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 10:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2332 · 19714 | 9:27 Brussels-North | 2h24 | 11:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2332 · 19714 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 2h19 | 11:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
2332 · 19714 | 9:40 Brussels-Midi | 2h11 | 11:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
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Trains from Brussels to Lille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 34m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Leading fine arts museum with paintings, sculptures, antiquities and relief maps. A major cultural stop in Lille.
Museum inside a former hospice, showing Flemish paintings, furniture and chapel spaces in a historic setting.
Modern and contemporary art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq with sculpture park, major exhibitions and spacious galleries.
Historic old quarter with cobbled streets, Flemish façades, boutiques and lively squares. Ideal for wandering and photographs.
Central square framed by grand buildings and the Goddess Column. A key meeting point and classic starting place for visits.
Large urban park around the citadel with paths, water, lawns and woodland. Popular for walking, jogging and relaxing.
A rich beef and onion stew slow-cooked with local bière de garde and pain d'épices, long associated with Flemish cooking in Lille.
Half a chicken braised with Maroilles cheese, cream and beer. It is a northern classic showcasing the region’s pungent local cheese.
A savoury tart topped with Maroilles cheese, cream and eggs. Popular across French Flanders and commonly found in Lille brasseries.
Refined restaurant serving modern French cooking in an intimate setting, a strong choice for a more formal meal in central Lille.
Traditional estaminet style near the old town, known for carbonade, Welsh and other hearty northern specialities in a lively setting.
Historic Lille institution famed for filled waffles, pastries and an elegant tea room atmosphere close to Grand'Place.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost less than Paris, while local transport and everyday food remain fairly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up in taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Lille by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Lille trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Lille-Europe station pair, with some services arriving at Lille Flandres. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Hellemmes is 4 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Hellemmes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hellemmes.
ATMs are available at Hellemmes.
Available at Hellemmes: Parking, WC.
Available at Hellemmes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hellemmes.
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