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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 14 trains that leave Lille Flandres for Antwerp-Central on Sun, Jun 21, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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.
1971311:09 AM2h14Lille Flandres1:23 PMAntwerp-Central$181One-way0 transfers- 1970910:09 AM2h14Lille Flandres12:23 PMAntwerp-Central$181One-way0 transfers
- 197079:09 AM2h14Lille Flandres11:23 AMAntwerp-Central$181One-way0 transfers
- 197499:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres11:23 PMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 1974310:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres12:23 AMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 197499:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres11:23 PMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 1974310:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres12:23 AMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 197254:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres6:23 PMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 1971712:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres2:23 PMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
- 197378:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres10:23 PMAntwerp-Central$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m 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 Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Antwerp-Central take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 11m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.16 (€-18.13). The journey takes 2h 11m versus 1h 42m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19727 | 4:03 PM Lille Flandres | 2h20 | 6:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19747 | 5:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 7:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19731 | 6:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 8:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19735 | 7:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 9:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19737 | 8:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 10:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19741 | 9:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 11:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19743 | 10:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 12:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 19707 | 9:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19709 | 10:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 12:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19713 | 11:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 1:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19717 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 2:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19739 | 1:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 3:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19721 | 2:03 PM Lille Flandres | 2h20 | 4:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19723 | 3:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 5:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central
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Trains from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 8:08 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: TER | SNCF, Regional, Intercity from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central trainsTER | SNCF, Regional, Intercity trains will get you between Lille Flandres and Antwerp-Central from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central 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 Antwerp-Central, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lille Flandres to Antwerp-Central
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
- 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
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein)
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
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