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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Lille is to train and bus which costs €26 - €50 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Lille is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Lille?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Lille. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Lille Europe via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Genk to Lille?

The distance between Genk and Lille is 213 km. The road distance is 202.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Lille without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Genk to Lille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Lille train from?

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

Where does the Genk to Lille train arrive?

Genk to Lille train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Genk to Lille?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Lille is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Genk to Lille.

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

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Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 2114+ hotels available in Lille.

Genk to Lille - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Genk to Lille by train (TGV), train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2h 51m
€42–77
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genk to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus FlixBus N781 / ...
3h 58m
€26–49
Drive 202.5 km
1. Drive from Genk to Lillecar 202.5 km
2h 14m
€32–46

Genk to Lille by train

144Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 212.9 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Lille, France?

You can take a train from Genk to Lille Europe via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 51m.

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