- Must visit
Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
182 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 €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
It's difficult to get from The Hague to Lille without transferring at least 2 times.
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9544Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€59 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from The Hague to Lille:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Lille costing on average €59.
Other travel options to Lille take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Tickets start at around €59 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-14.82. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 49m 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.
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Lille trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3518+ 9520+ 19714 | 8:18 AM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 11:51 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5119+ 9322+ 19714 | 8:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 11:51 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
2219+ 9322+ 19714 | 8:29 AM Den Haag HS | 3h22 | 11:51 AM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3522+ 9524+ 19734 | 9:18 AM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 12:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5123+ 9328+ 19734 | 9:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 12:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5123+ 9428+ 19734 | 9:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 12:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
2223+ 9328+ 19734 | 9:29 AM Den Haag HS | 3h22 | 12:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5025+ 9528+ 19716 | 10:05 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h46 | 1:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3526+ 9528+ 19716 | 10:18 AM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 1:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3530+ 9532+ 19718 | 11:18 AM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 2:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5131+ 9340+ 19718 | 11:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 2:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
2231+ 9340+ 19718 | 11:29 AM Den Haag HS | 3h22 | 2:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5033+ 9536+ 9832 | 12:05 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h33 | 3:38 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3534+ 9536+ 9832 | 12:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h20 | 3:38 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3538+ 9540+ 19736 | 1:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 4:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5041+ 9544+ 9838 | 2:05 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h21 | 5:26 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3542+ 9544+ 9838 | 2:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h08 | 5:26 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3546+ 9548+ 9844 | 3:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h25 | 6:43 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
5147+ 9364+ 9844 | 3:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h18 | 6:43 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
2247+ 9364+ 9844 | 3:29 PM Den Haag HS | 3h14 | 6:43 PM Lille-Europe | 2 transfers | |
3550+ 9552+ 19726 | 4:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 7:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5151+ 9370+ 19726 | 4:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 7:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
2251+ 9370+ 19726 | 4:29 PM Den Haag HS | 3h22 | 7:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
3554+ 9556+ 19728 | 5:18 PM Den Haag HS | 3h33 | 8:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5155+ 9476+ 19728 | 5:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 8:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
5155+ 9376+ 19728 | 5:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 3h26 | 8:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
2255+ 9376+ 19728 | 5:29 PM Den Haag HS | 3h22 | 8:51 PM Lille Flandres | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from The Hague to Lille run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 6:44 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
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Discover the best of Lille — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lille trip today.
Lille's flagship fine arts museum with major European paintings, sculptures, antiquities, and relief maps in a grand palace setting.
Contemporary art museum near Lille known for major modern collections, sculpture park, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Art and industry museum in nearby Roubaix, housed in a former swimming pool and famous for its atmospheric displays and design collections.
Lille's old town charms with cobbled lanes, Flemish façades, boutiques, and a lively atmosphere ideal for wandering and photography.
Long green park beside the citadel, popular for jogging, picnics, boating, and easy walks close to the center.
Large central square linking transport, shopping, and historic sights; a practical hub and one of the city's busiest meeting points.
A rich Flemish beef and onion stew simmered with dark beer and bread. It is a signature dish of Lille and northern France, reflecting the region's brewing heritage.
A crisp tart made with Maroilles cheese, a strong local cow's milk cheese from the region. It is one of the most emblematic savory specialties around Lille.
Mussels served with fries, popular in Lille brasseries and during the Braderie. The dish reflects the city's Belgian influence and long-standing regional food culture.
Michelin-starred dining in Old Lille with polished modern French cuisine and seasonal tasting menus. Refined service in an intimate fine-dining room.
Popular estaminet serving regional northern dishes and local beers in a warm, rustic interior. A strong choice for traditional Lille comfort food.
Renowned pastry salon and tea room famous for Lille stuffed waffles and elegant sweets. A classic stop for local pastry heritage in a refined setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable and many sights are low-cost.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Lille Flandres -> Grand Place, 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.

Most The Hague to Lille trains use the Den Haag Hs to Lille Flandres station pair, with some services arriving at Lille-Europe. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Lille train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs 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 Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
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.
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 CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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