Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Lille on 29 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
131 Boulevard de TurinCheapestFastest

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Lille

Average priceUS$17 - US$97Average duration5h 45m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$128 - US$216Average duration4h 7m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$19 - US$35Average duration3h 40m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Lille

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lille. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
US$19Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Lille: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$129
Average train trip duration4h 7m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure06:44
Distance171 miles
Latest train departure16:44

Cologne to Lille Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Lille

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Lille cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Lille is US$129. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Lille is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Cologne to Lille?

    A train trip between Cologne and Lille is around 4h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 171 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Cologne and Lille?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Lille can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Lille by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Lille?

    Trains travelling between Cologne and Lille leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Lille - Boulevard de Turin, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Flandres.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Lille, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Lille, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cologne to Lille and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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