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Hergé Museum
Hergé Museum celebrates the creator of Tintin with inventive design, original artwork, and broad appeal beyond comics fans.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
55 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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Lille will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Brussels for Lille on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.










Omio 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 train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Lille:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Lille costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Lille trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:56 AM Brussels | 1h33 | 11:29 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Brussels | 1h33 | 12:29 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:56 AM Brussels | 1h33 | 1:29 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:56 PM Brussels | 1h33 | 2:29 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Brussels | 1h12 | 5:45 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:56 PM Brussels | 1h33 | 9:29 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Lille run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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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 Tielen station pair. 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.
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