How to travel from Düsseldorf to Lille

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Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, while a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 167 miles (269 km)

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€39

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€37

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Cheapest

€50

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4h 4m

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Fastest

3h 34m

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30m

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6h 11m

Average total duration

5h 41m

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3h 38m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lille is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lille costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 11m.

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

The journey is about 4m faster (3h 34m by train vs 3h 38m by car) and roughly €11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€39 vs €50). 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 Düsseldorf to Lille

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM5h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM5h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    9:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:45 PM4h20
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    12:05 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    271One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity1932 · 19932+Eurostar9426
    8:10 AM4h44
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:54 PMLille Flandres
    991One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · ICE 316+SNCF | TGV INOUI9830
    8:24 AM5h19
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:43 PMLille-Europe
    1091One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 103 · ICE 316+SNCF | TGV INOUI9874
    8:24 AM5h19
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:43 PMLille-Europe
    1091One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:05 AM5h00
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    12:05 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    401One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50449
    9:45 PM6h10
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    3:55 AMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
    451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lille.

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There are 2 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Lille including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lille is a bus with an average price of €37.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Lille costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Lille is by train with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 11m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Lille is approximately 167 miles (269 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Lille is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Lille:
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Lille-Europe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lille by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn, Regional, Regional-Express to go to Lille by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Lille:
  • 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Lille often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, London, Nice, Marseille, Brussels. 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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