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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Lille
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Lille will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Rotterdam to Lille you need to make at least one change.
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197349:423h09Rotterdam Centraal12:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change- 9528+1971610:423h09Rotterdam Centraal13:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9520+197148:423h09Rotterdam Centraal11:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9532+1971811:423h09Rotterdam Centraal14:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
9340+
987411:583h40Rotterdam Centraal15:38Lille-Europe£971One-way1 change
- 9524+197349:423h09Rotterdam Centraal12:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9528+1971610:423h09Rotterdam Centraal13:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9520+197148:423h09Rotterdam Centraal11:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9532+1971811:423h09Rotterdam Centraal14:51Lille Flandres£561One-way1 change
- 9340+987411:583h40Rotterdam Centraal15:38Lille-Europe£971One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotterdam to Lille
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Lille 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 57m. 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 £27.
Distance: 174 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£56 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rotterdam to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Lille trains for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9520+19714 | 8:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 11:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 9524+19734 | 9:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 12:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 9528+19716 | 10:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 13:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 9532+19718 | 11:42 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h09 | 14:51 Lille Flandres | 1 change | |
| 9340+9874 | 11:58 Rotterdam Centraal | 3h40 | 15:38 Lille-Europe | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Lille
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Trains from Rotterdam to Lille run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 6:47 |
Last train 22:22 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam to Lille trainsIntercity, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam and Lille from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Lille train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam and Lille
Most Rotterdam to Lille trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rotterdam station do trains to Lille leave from?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal 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 and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Getting to Rotterdam Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Which Lille station do trains from Rotterdam arrive at?
Getting to Lille Flandres from Lille city centre
Lille Flandres train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Getting to Lille-Europe from Lille city centre
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
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