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Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20
Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Düsseldorf will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 9 trains that leave Lille for Düsseldorf on Fri, Jun 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. 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 bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $78.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $99 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Düsseldorf costing on average $140 (€115).
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 4m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (2h 56m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $140 (€115) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Düsseldorf trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:44 PM Lille | 3h58 | 8:42 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:08 AM Lille | 4h41 | 10:49 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Lille | 3h17 | 10:47 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Lille | 3h17 | 11:47 AM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:27 AM Lille | 3h20 | 12:47 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Lille | 3h20 | 1:47 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Lille | 3h17 | 4:47 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Lille | 3h17 | 5:47 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:44 PM Lille | 3h58 | 7:42 PM Düsseldorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lille to Düsseldorf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Major modern art museum with key works by Klee, Picasso and Kandinsky in a landmark black granite building.
Leading fine arts museum known for painting, sculpture, design and glass, with a broad collection from old masters to modern art.
Contemporary branch of the state art collection, famous for large-scale installations in a historic parliamentary building.
Düsseldorf's historic old town, packed with lanes, squares and riverfront views, and a core area for sightseeing on foot.
Prestigious boulevard with canal, trees and luxury storefronts, one of the city's signature promenades.
Long Rhine riverside promenade ideal for walking, skyline views and linking the old town with the media harbor.
Düsseldorf’s signature top-fermented dark beer, known for its copper color, malty body, and crisp bitter finish. It is central to the city’s brewing tradition.
A classic Rhineland pot roast, traditionally marinated for several days and served with a rich sweet-sour gravy. It is one of the region’s best-known celebratory dishes.
A traditional Rhineland dish of mashed potatoes and apples, often served with fried onions and blood sausage. The name means ‘Heaven and Earth.’
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Düsseldorf known for refined Japanese cuisine and a polished upscale atmosphere.
Historic brewery and restaurant known for traditional Düsseldorf brewing culture, Altbier, and hearty Rhineland specialties.
Well-known traditional brewery with a warm, bustling setting, popular for Altbier and regional comfort food.
Moderate for Germany: public transport and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and central restaurants can be pricey during fairs.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés, bars, and for hotel staff.
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