How to travel from Lille to Zaventem

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Compare bus and train for Lille to Zaventem

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. 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 $19, while a train costs an average of $36.

Distance: 64 miles (103 km)

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$19

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$36

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$25

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2h 45m

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2h 15m

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1h 43m

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1h 35m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Zaventem is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Zaventem costing on average $36 (€30).

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

Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Zaventem including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Zaventem among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 2h 15m versus 1h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Lille to Zaventem

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

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

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9868
    8:10 PM0h33
    Lille-Europe
    8:43 PMBrussels-Midi
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9868
    8:10 PM0h33
    Lille-Europe
    8:43 PMBrussels-Midi
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9868
    8:10 PM0h33
    Lille-Europe
    8:43 PMBrussels-Midi
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9894
    8:27 PM0h34
    Lille-Europe
    9:01 PMBrussels-Midi
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9864
    8:10 PM0h33
    Lille-Europe
    8:43 PMBrussels-Midi
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9890
    9:09 AM0h34
    Lille-Europe
    9:43 AMBrussels-Midi
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lille to Zaventem

Travel to Zaventem 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 Lille to Zaventem.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Zaventem including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Zaventem is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Zaventem costing on average $36 (€30).

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

Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

The distance from Lille to Zaventem is approximately 64 miles (103 km).
The average frequency per day from Lille to Zaventem is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille and Zaventem 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 Lille to Zaventem:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lille-Europe and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Zaventem, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Flibco to go to Zaventem by bus.
  • Travel with Eurostar, Intercity, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regional, TER | SNCF to go to Zaventem by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Zaventem with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Flibco.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Lille to Zaventem often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Antwerp, Bruges, Charleroi, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zaventem and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zaventem to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Zaventem, primarily known for Brussels Airport, generally requires just one day for travelers transiting through or exploring the airport and its immediate surroundings.

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