- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen
Rotterdam’s leading art museum with Dutch masters, design, and decorative arts. A must for major exhibitions and its landmark depot nearby.
Cheapest price on Oct 05
$57
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$78
Fastest journey on Oct 05
2 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
2 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 05
14
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 $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
On Mon, Oct 05, we found 14 trains from Lille to Rotterdam, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 05 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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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9559Trains from Lille to Rotterdam run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 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 1h 42m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 6:21 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Rotterdam trains for today, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9890+ 9539 | 9:42 AM Lille-Europe | 2h58 | 12:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9884+ 9543 | 10:49 AM Lille-Europe | 2h51 | 1:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9854+ 9547 | 12:01 PM Lille-Europe | 2h39 | 2:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19717+ 9551 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 3h31 | 3:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19717+ 9339 | 12:09 PM Lille Flandres | 3h22 | 3:31 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9126+ 9555 | 1:30 PM Lille-Europe | 3h10 | 4:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9862+ 9559 | 2:52 PM Lille-Europe | 2h48 | 5:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9132+ 9563 | 3:30 PM Lille-Europe | 3h10 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19725+ 9363 | 4:09 PM Lille Flandres | 3h22 | 7:31 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19725+ 9567 | 4:09 PM Lille Flandres | 3h31 | 7:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9140 | 5:30 PM Lille-Europe | 2h32 | 8:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9866+ 9571 | 5:51 PM Lille-Europe | 2h49 | 8:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9866+ 9369 | 5:51 PM Lille-Europe | 2h40 | 8:31 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19733+ 9575 | 6:03 PM Lille Flandres | 3h37 | 9:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
19733+ 9375 | 6:03 PM Lille Flandres | 3h28 | 9:31 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9152 | 8:30 PM Lille-Europe | 2h32 | 11:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9868+ 9583 | 8:51 PM Lille-Europe | 2h49 | 11:40 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Rotterdam’s leading art museum with Dutch masters, design, and decorative arts. A must for major exhibitions and its landmark depot nearby.
World-first publicly accessible art storage depot. Visitors see collection care, restoration, and city views from the rooftop.
Contemporary art center known for ambitious international exhibitions. Best for visitors wanting Rotterdam’s cutting-edge art scene.
Lively old harbor district with historic ships, terraces, and waterside views. Great for walks and a classic Rotterdam atmosphere.
Modern waterfront area of bold architecture, hotels, and river panoramas. Essential for seeing Rotterdam’s contemporary skyline.
Main shopping street rebuilt after the war. Visit for striking postwar urban planning and easy access to central sights.
Crisp, syrup-filled waffles from nearby Gouda. Popular across Rotterdam markets and cafés, they are a classic Dutch sweet snack best eaten fresh and warm.
Hand-cut fries with rich mayonnaise or other sauces. A beloved Dutch street food found at snack bars and markets throughout Rotterdam.
Small fluffy pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. Traditional at Dutch pancake houses and a nostalgic treat for many locals.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by François Geurds, known for creative tasting menus and polished modern luxury.
Stylish Michelin-star restaurant with seasonal tasting menus, elegant plating, and an intimate fine dining atmosphere.
Popular casual spot famed for oversized Dutch meatballs, beer, and no-frills local character near the Maas.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Lille to Rotterdam trains use the Lille-Europe to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Schiedam Centrum. Use this guide to compare Lille and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Rotterdam 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 options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is 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.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Rotterdam Blaak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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