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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 05
24
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille-Europe 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-Europe to Antwerp-Central will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 24 trains from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central, including 15 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
197079:09 AM2h14Lille Flandres11:23 AMAntwerp-Central€171One-way0 transfers- 197391:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres3:23 PMAntwerp-Central€171One-way0 transfers
- 1971712:09 PM2h14Lille Flandres2:23 PMAntwerp-Central€171One-way0 transfers
- 1970910:09 AM2h14Lille Flandres12:23 PMAntwerp-Central€171One-way0 transfers
- 197212:03 PM2h20Lille Flandres4:23 PMAntwerp-Central€171One-way0 transfers
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331212:31 PM1h49Lille-Europe2:20 PMAntwerp-Central€451One-way1 transfer- 9148+33197:30 PM1h50Lille-Europe9:20 PMAntwerp-Central€701One-way1 transfer
- 9126+33131:30 PM1h50Lille-Europe3:20 PMAntwerp-Central€451One-way1 transfer
- 9132+33153:30 PM1h50Lille-Europe5:20 PMAntwerp-Central€701One-way1 transfer
- 9110+33099:30 AM1h50Lille-Europe11:20 AMAntwerp-Central€451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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-Europe to Antwerp-Central:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Antwerp-Central take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 59m.
Tickets start at around €34 compared to roughly €21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.22. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 40m 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-Europe to Antwerp-Central train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19703 | 7:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 9:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19705+730 | 8:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 10:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19707 | 9:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 11:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9110+3309 | 9:30 AM Lille-Europe | 1h50 | 11:20 AM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | |
| 9116+3311 | 11:26 AM Lille-Europe | 1h54 | 1:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19717 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 2:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9120+3312 | 12:31 PM Lille-Europe | 1h49 | 2:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19739 | 1:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 3:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9126+3313 | 1:30 PM Lille-Europe | 1h50 | 3:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19721 | 2:03 PM Lille Flandres | 2h20 | 4:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9130+3314 | 2:30 PM Lille-Europe | 1h50 | 4:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19723 | 3:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 5:23 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9132+3315 | 3:30 PM Lille-Europe | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | |
| 9148+3319 | 7:30 PM Lille-Europe | 1h50 | 9:20 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | |
| 9158+3122 | 10:00 PM Lille-Europe | 1h53 | 11:53 PM Antwerp-Central | 1 transfer | |
| 19743 | 10:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h14 | 12:23 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central
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Trains from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 8:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Intercity, TER | SNCF, Regional, Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCB from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central trainsIntercity, TER | SNCF, Regional, Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCB trains will get you between Lille-Europe and Antwerp-Central from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Eurostar
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Regional
TER | SNCF
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
SNCB
FAQs: Trains from Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille-Europe 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-Europe to Antwerp-Central
Most Lille-Europe to Antwerp-Central trains use the Lille Flandres to Antwerpen Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille-Europe and Antwerp-Central train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services
Antwerpen 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: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
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