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Compare train and bus for Lille to Courtrai
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Courtrai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Courtrai:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Courtrai costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Courtrai take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 36m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.91 (€-8.12). The journey takes 2h 36m versus 1h 44m 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.
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Why should you book Lille to Courtrai trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Lille to Courtrai.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Courtrai
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Trains from Lille to Courtrai run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB from Lille to Courtrai trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB trains will get you between Lille and Courtrai from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
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FAQs: Trains from Lille to Courtrai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Courtrai 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 Courtrai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lille to Courtrai
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Stationsstraat
- De Heeren van Groeninghe
- Bistro Broel
- 't Vierspit
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Parkhotel Kortrijk
- Hotel Messeyne
- Ibis Kortrijk Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to France, Netherlands, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Direct connections to major cities in Belgium
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