The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Rotterdam will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
Of the 16 trains that leave Lille for Rotterdam every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
915220:312h01Lille-Europe22:32Rotterdam Centraal£821One-way0 changes
9890+
95359:102h07Lille-Europe11:17Rotterdam Centraal£911One-way1 change
9886+
954310:352h42Lille-Europe13:17Rotterdam Centraal£911One-way1 change
9854+
954711:522h25Lille-Europe14:17Rotterdam Centraal£911One-way1 change
9884+
954310:352h42Lille-Europe13:17Rotterdam Centraal£911One-way1 change
915220:312h01Lille-Europe22:32Rotterdam Centraal£821One-way0 changes
914017:302h02Lille-Europe19:32Rotterdam Centraal£1781One-way0 changes
912613:302h02Lille-Europe15:32Rotterdam Centraal£1781One-way0 changes
9890+
95359:102h07Lille-Europe11:17Rotterdam Centraal£911One-way1 change
9862+
935114:522h10Lille-Europe17:02Rotterdam Centraal£1371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lille to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 174 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£51 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m 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.
Live departures
Lille to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Rotterdam trains for today, Saturday 25 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19705+ 730+ 9415 | 8:09 Lille Flandres | 2h53 | 11:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
19705+ 730+ 9315 | 8:09 Lille Flandres | 2h53 | 11:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 2 changes | |
9890+ 9535 | 9:10 Lille-Europe | 2h07 | 11:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9852+ 9535 | 9:10 Lille-Europe | 2h07 | 11:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9110+ 9539 | 9:30 Lille-Europe | 2h47 | 12:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9884+ 9543 | 10:35 Lille-Europe | 2h42 | 13:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9886+ 9543 | 10:35 Lille-Europe | 2h42 | 13:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9854+ 9547 | 11:52 Lille-Europe | 2h25 | 14:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9126 | 13:30 Lille-Europe | 2h02 | 15:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
9862+ 9351 | 14:52 Lille-Europe | 2h10 | 17:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
9140 | 17:30 Lille-Europe | 2h02 | 19:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Rotterdam
Trains from Lille to Rotterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, TER | SNCF, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, EuroCity, Regional, TGV INOUI from Lille to Rotterdam trainsEurocity Direct, Eurostar, TER | SNCF, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, EuroCity, Regional, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lille and Rotterdam from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
NS International | IC Brussel
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Regional
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TER | SNCF
FAQs: Lille to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lille and Rotterdam
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- 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.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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