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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Lille is to line 30 bus and bus and line 418 bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Lille is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Lille?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Lille. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Lille Gierlebaan via Bruges and Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Lille. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Herentals via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Ostend to Lille?

The distance between Ostend and Lille is 165 km. The road distance is 151.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Lille without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €28 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Ostend to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Lille bus from?

Ostend to Lille bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Oostende Gouwelozestraat station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Lille train from?

Ostend to Lille train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Lille?

The best way to get from Ostend to Lille is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €28 - €60. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus and line 418 bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Ostend to Lille bus arrive?

Ostend to Lille bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brugge Station perron C7.

Where does the Ostend to Lille train arrive?

Ostend to Lille train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Berchem station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Lille?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Lille is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Ostend to Lille.

Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 417+ hotels available in Lille.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ostend to Lille by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Herentalstrain S33 / ...
3h 25m
€29–56
Line 30 bus, bus, line 418 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 802
3. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2 to Lille Gierlebaanbus 418
4h 57m
€14–20
Drive 151.3 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Lillecar 151.3 km
1h 29m
€24–34

Ostend to Lille by train and bus

116Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.9 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Lille, Belgium?

You can take a train from Ostende to Lille Eikenlaan via Anvers-Berchem, Herentals, and Herentals Station perron 8 in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Lille Gierlebaan via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, and Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2 in around 4h 57m.

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