What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille is to bus via Brussels which costs €27 - €55 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Lille?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lille. However, there are services departing from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse and arriving at LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniers via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Lille. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Lille Europe via Köln Hbf and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Lille is 415 km. The road distance is 330 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Lille without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 20m and costs €60 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Lille bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Lille bus services, operated by Sindbad, depart from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Lille train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Lille train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 20m and costs €60 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €80 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Lille bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Lille bus services, operated by Sindbad, arrive at LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniers station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Lille train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Lille train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Lille is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Lille.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Lille train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Lille?

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Lille bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Lille.

Gelsenkirchen to Lille - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromGelsenkirchen to Lille

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
5h 20m
€61–258
Bus via Brussels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus N380 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus FlixBus N781 / ...
7h 4m
€28–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniersbus
7h 2m
€32–76
Drive 330 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Lillecar 330 km
3h 25m
€52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain European Sleeper
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
8h 44m
€57–133

Gelsenkirchen to Lille by train

71Weekly Trains

5h 20mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gelsenkirchen to Lille.

Launch map view

Distance: 414.6 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Lille, France?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Lille Europe via Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, Sindbad operates a bus from DORTMUND, Hbf Nordseite, Steinstrasse to LILLE, Przystanek B - Rue des Canonniers once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.