Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Ghent to Lille?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ghent to Lille: Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Lille Flandres.Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).

Which travel companies can get me from Ghent to Lille?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lille by bus.Travel with Intercity, SNCB | BUS, TER | SNCF, Regional, CFL, SNCB to go to Lille by train.

Can I find a direct route between Ghent and Lille?

Yes, there are direct services available from Ghent to Lille with the following travel companies: 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International. 4 direct trains per day with Intercity, SNCB.

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Q: How many services a day are there between Ghent and Lille?

The average frequency per day from Ghent to Lille is:Around 8 buses per day.Around 5 trains per day.However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ghent and Lille as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

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Compare train and bus for Ghent to Lille

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $16.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
$16 Average price	$9 Average price Cheapest
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
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Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBus
8:45 PM0h55
Gent, Ghent
9:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus
8:45 PM0h55
Gent, Ghent
9:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

FlixBus
8:45 PM0h55
Gent, Ghent
9:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers

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Train

Bus

7999 · 19716
12:41 PM1h10
Ghent St Pieters
1:51 PMLille Flandres
$171One-way
1 transfer
8997 · 19736
3:40 PM1h11
Ghent St Pieters
4:51 PMLille Flandres
$171One-way
1 transfer
19710
8:36 AM1h15
Ghent St Pieters
9:51 AMLille Flandres
$171One-way
0 transfers

FlixBus
9:35 PM0h55
Gent, Ghent
10:30 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:55 AM1h40
Gent, Ghent
1:35 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers
1682
2:35 PM1h05
Gent, Ghent
3:40 PMLille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
$61One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Ghent to Lille

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Ghent to Lille, 68,75% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Ghent to Lille and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Ghent to Lille

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There are 2 options to travel between Ghent and Lille including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Lille is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Lille costing on average $16 (€13).

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Lille is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 39m.

Other travel options to Lille take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 50m.

The distance from Ghent to Lille is approximately 40 miles (65 km).

The average frequency per day from Ghent to Lille is:

Around 8 buses per day.
Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ghent 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 Ghent to Lille:

Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Lille Flandres.
Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Lille, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lille by bus.
Travel with Intercity, SNCB | BUS, TER | SNCF, Regional, CFL, SNCB to go to Lille by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Ghent to Lille with the following travel companies:

8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International.
4 direct trains per day with Intercity, SNCB.

Omio customers who travel from Ghent 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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