The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Rotterdam will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 25 trains that leave Lille for Rotterdam on Fri, May 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
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2008+
92279:10 AM2h40Lille-Europe11:50 AMRotterdam Centraal$631One-way2 transfers
9890+
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92279:10 AM2h40Lille-Europe11:50 AMRotterdam Centraal$631One-way2 transfers
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955112:09 PM3h08Lille Flandres3:17 PMRotterdam Centraal$651One-way1 transfer
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95358:09 AM3h08Lille Flandres11:17 AMRotterdam Centraal$731One-way2 transfers
91261:30 PM2h02Lille-Europe3:32 PMRotterdam Centraal$851One-way0 transfers
91528:31 PM2h01Lille-Europe10:32 PMRotterdam Centraal$1471One-way0 transfers
91405:30 PM2h02Lille-Europe7:32 PMRotterdam Centraal$1471One-way0 transfers
91261:30 PM2h02Lille-Europe3:32 PMRotterdam Centraal$851One-way0 transfers
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93512:52 PM2h10Lille-Europe5:02 PMRotterdam Centraal$1901One-way1 transfer
9862+
93512:52 PM2h10Lille-Europe5:02 PMRotterdam Centraal$1901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lille to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Rotterdam 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 train which can get you there in 2h 27m. 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 $9, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Rotterdam:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Rotterdam costing on average $81 (€66).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (2h 27m by train vs 3h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $81 (€66) compared to roughly $58 (€47) 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.
Direct services run with Eurostar, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
Live departures
Lille to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9809+ 9309 | 7:04 AM Lille-Europe | 2h58 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9809+ 9309 | 7:04 AM Lille-Europe | 2h58 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19711+ 730+ 9535 | 8:09 AM Lille Flandres | 3h08 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19711+ 730+ 9315 | 8:09 AM Lille Flandres | 2h53 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
9890+ 2008+ 9227 | 9:10 AM Lille-Europe | 2h40 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
9852+ 2008+ 9227 | 9:10 AM Lille-Europe | 2h40 | 11:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
9110+ 9539 | 9:30 AM Lille-Europe | 2h47 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9886+ 9543 | 10:35 AM Lille-Europe | 2h42 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9884+ 9543 | 10:35 AM Lille-Europe | 2h42 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9854+ 9547 | 11:52 AM Lille-Europe | 2h25 | 2:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9854+ 9937 | 11:52 AM Lille-Europe | 2h40 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9854+ 9937 | 11:52 AM Lille-Europe | 2h40 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19715+ 9339 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h53 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19715+ 9439 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 2h53 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19715+ 9551 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 3h08 | 3:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9126 | 1:30 PM Lille-Europe | 2h02 | 3:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9862+ 9559 | 2:52 PM Lille-Europe | 2h25 | 5:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9862+ 9351 | 2:52 PM Lille-Europe | 2h10 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9862+ 9351 | 2:52 PM Lille-Europe | 2h10 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9351+ 9862 | 2:52 PM Lille-Europe | 2h10 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9132+ 9563 | 3:30 PM Lille-Europe | 2h47 | 6:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9140 | 5:30 PM Lille-Europe | 2h02 | 7:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9866+ 9369 | 5:35 PM Lille-Europe | 2h27 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9369+ 9866 | 5:35 PM Lille-Europe | 2h27 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9152 | 8:31 PM Lille-Europe | 2h01 | 10:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Rotterdam
Trains from Lille to Rotterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 6:21 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Eurocity Direct, TER | SNCF, Eurostar, EuroCity, Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Regional, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lille to Rotterdam trainsEurocity Direct, TER | SNCF, Eurostar, EuroCity, Intercity, NS International | IC Brussel, Regional, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lille and Rotterdam from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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NS International | IC Brussel
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Regional
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TER | SNCF
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Lille to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lille to Rotterdam
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- 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.
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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