The cheapest and fastest trains from The Hague to Lille
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Lille will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 trains that leave The Hague for Lille on Wed, Jul 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
8:49 AM2h16The Hague11:05 AMLille$351One-way0 transfers
7:49 AM2h16The Hague10:05 AMLille$391One-way0 transfers
10:49 AM2h16The Hague1:05 PMLille$411One-way0 transfers
7:49 AM2h16The Hague10:05 AMLille$391One-way0 transfers
10:49 AM2h16The Hague1:05 PMLille$411One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM2h16The Hague11:05 AMLille$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for The Hague to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Lille 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 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from The Hague to Lille:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Lille costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€11). The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 38m 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
The Hague to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Lille trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:18 AM The Hague | 2h40 | 11:58 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:18 AM The Hague | 2h40 | 12:58 PM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:59 PM The Hague | 9h02 | 6:01 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 7:49 AM The Hague | 2h16 | 10:05 AM Lille | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from The Hague to Lille
Trains from The Hague to Lille run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:01, the last at 15:59. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 8:01 AM |
Last train 3:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from The Hague to Lille trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between The Hague and Lille from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from The Hague to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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