Lille to Heerlen by train

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Overview: trains from Lille to Heerlen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lille to Heerlen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:04 View journey
Last train 22:15 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 42m View journey
Distance (km) 205
Trains / day 11 View all
Cheapest journey CA$81.90 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 18m
Train operators 24

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Train cost between Lille and Heerlen

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$81.90

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

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  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

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Lille to Heerlen train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 07:04.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:15.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 09:09.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:08.

  • 11 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 34 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Lille to Heerlen

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 42 minutes. The total distance travelled is 205 kilometres.

When are tickets between Lille and Heerlen available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Lille and Heerlen can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Further insights on trains from Lille to Heerlen

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Heerlen city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Lille to Heerlen

Want to know more about your journey from Lille to Heerlen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Lille and Heerlen covers 205 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.