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 which costs €7 - €20 and takes 3h 21m.

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 55 min and costs €13 - €20.

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 via Bruges. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

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 Lille Flandres via Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Ostend to Lille?

The distance between Ostend and Lille is 104 km. The road distance is 87.1 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 2h 7m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m 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 2h 7m and costs €13 - €20. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs €7 - €20 and takes 3h 21m.

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 Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Lille?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Lille is 87 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Ostend to Lille.

Where can I stay near Lille?

There are 2098+ hotels available in Lille.

Ostend to Lille - 3 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ostend to Lille by 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 Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2h 7m
€14–20
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Lillebus 757 / ...
3h 21m
€7–20
Drive 87.1 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Lillecar 87.1 km
55 min
€14–20

Ostend to Lille by train

212Weekly Trains

2h 7mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Lille Flandres via Courtrai in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Lille via Brugge Station perron C7 and Bruges in around 3h 21m.

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