How to travel from Lille to Antwerp

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of CHF9.

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

A bus is CHF15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Antwerp costing on average CHF24.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 58m.

The distance from Lille to Antwerp is approximately 71 miles (115 km).

The average frequency per day from Lille to Antwerp is:

• Around 13 buses per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.

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

• Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Antwerp-Central.
• Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Antwerp by bus.
• Travel with TER | SNCF, Regional, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCB to go to Antwerp by train.

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

• 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
• 4 direct trains per day with TER | SNCF, Regional, SNCB.

Omio customers who travel from Lille to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.

To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.