What is the cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €60 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Lille Europe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Lille. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Lille Europe?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Lille Europe. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Lille Europe via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

The distance between Rotterdam and Lille Europe is 243 km. The road distance is 210.4 km.

How do I travel from Rotterdam to Lille Europe without a car?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €60 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Lille Europe bus from?

Rotterdam to Lille Europe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Lille Europe train from?

Rotterdam to Lille Europe train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Lille Europe is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €60 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Lille Europe bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Lille Europe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Lille Europe train arrive?

Rotterdam to Lille Europe train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Lille Europe is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Rotterdam to Lille Europe.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

Book your Rotterdam to Lille Europe train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Lille Europe?

Book your Rotterdam to Lille Europe bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lille Europe?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2h 17m
€61–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Lillebus N803 / ...
3h 55m
€20–40
Drive 210.4 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Lille Europecar 210.4 km
2h 27m
€38–55
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain Eurostar / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3h 20m
€33–94
Train via Antwerp #2
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€36–80

Rotterdam to Lille Europe by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.8 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Lille Europe, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lille Europe via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Lille 5 times a day. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route every 4 hours.

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