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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 on 31 Aug
£21
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£36
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
2 h 41 m
Trains on 31 Aug
10
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liège to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Lille will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Liège to Lille you need to make at least one change.
532 · 1932 · 19932
530 · 1930 · 19922
431 · 19734
531 · 1931 · 19928
ICE 16+
9832
ICE 18+
9826
530 · 1930 · 19922
531 · 1931 · 19928
ICE 16+
9832
532 · 1932 · 19932Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 177 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Liège to Lille trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
530 · 1930 · 19922 | 8:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h50 | 10:52 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
ICE 18+ 9826 | 8:46 Liège-Guillemins | 2h01 | 10:47 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
ICE 18+ 9830 | 8:46 Liège-Guillemins | 4h57 | 13:43 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
ICE 18+ 9874 | 8:46 Liège-Guillemins | 4h57 | 13:43 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
531 · 1931 · 19928 | 9:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h50 | 11:52 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
431 · 19734 | 9:30 Liège-Guillemins | 3h21 | 12:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
532 · 1932 · 19932 | 10:02 Liège-Guillemins | 2h52 | 12:54 Lille Flandres | 2 changes | |
ICE 16+ 9832 | 12:46 Liège-Guillemins | 2h51 | 15:37 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
ICE 16+ 9838 | 12:46 Liège-Guillemins | 4h40 | 17:26 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
ICE 16+ 9836 | 12:46 Liège-Guillemins | 3h58 | 16:44 Lille-Europe | 1 change | |
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Trains from Liège to Lille run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:34 |
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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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Lille Flandres -> Grand'Place, Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège 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 Liège to Lille trains use the Liège-Guillemins to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Liège and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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