How to travel from Aachen to Lille

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Compare bus and train for Aachen to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 226 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 226, while a train costs an average of DKK 324.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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Bus
Driving

DKK 324

Average price

DKK 226

Average price

Cheapest

DKK 328

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 8m

Average total duration

4h 38m

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30m

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2h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lille is a bus with an average price of DKK 226.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lille:

A bus is DKK 98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lille costing on average DKK 324.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aachen and Lille including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Lille among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 39m faster (2h 12m by train vs 2h 51m by car) and roughly DKK 4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (DKK 324 vs DKK 328). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Aachen to Lille

How to get from Aachen to Lille by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Aachen to Lille is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+SNCF | TGV INOUI9830
    8:20 AM5h23
    Aachen Hbf
    1:43 PMLille-Europe
    DKK 4141One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+SNCF | TGV INOUI9830
    8:20 AM5h23
    Aachen Hbf
    1:43 PMLille-Europe
    DKK 4141One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+SNCF | TGV INOUI9826
    8:20 AM2h27
    Aachen Hbf
    10:47 AMLille-Europe
    DKK 5341One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 18+SNCF | TGV INOUI9874
    8:20 AM5h23
    Aachen Hbf
    1:43 PMLille-Europe
    DKK 4141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS41 · IC 534+SNCF | TGV INOUI9832
    10:37 AM5h00
    Aachen Hbf
    3:37 PMLille-Europe
    DKK 4291One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS41 · IC 534+SNCF | TGV INOUI9836
    10:37 AM6h07
    Aachen Hbf
    4:44 PMLille-Europe
    DKK 4291One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Lille

Travel to Lille easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Lille.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Aachen and Lille including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Lille is a bus with an average price of DKK 226.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Lille:

A bus is DKK 98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Lille costing on average DKK 324.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

The distance from Aachen to Lille is approximately 132 miles (214 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Lille is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Lille as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, Eurostar to go to Lille by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lille by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Lille:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Brussels, Nice, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lille and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lille to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lille, visitors can enjoy a variety of attractions and sights. Families might enjoy Lille Zoo and Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas for leisure and relaxation. Explore the lively Marché de Wazemmes for local produce, or delve into history at the Musée d'Histoire Naturelle de Lille. Art lovers can visit the Palais des Beaux-Arts and La Piscine Museum in Roubaix. Discover the charm of Vieux Lille with its Flemish architecture, and take in the views at La Citadelle. The Lille Cathedral and Grand Place are also must-sees for their architectural significance and vibrant atmosphere.
Two to three days is ideal to explore Lille, allowing time to visit its historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.

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