Travelling from Lille to Leiden by train

Considering a train trip from Lille to Leiden? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train tickets between Lille and Leiden

The cheapest train tickets from Lille to Leiden start at €47.13. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Lille to Leiden is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Lille to Leiden train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Lille to Leiden is at 06:01 and the last is at 22:22. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:09 and the last one is at 22:09. You can expect 18 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 36 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Lille and Leiden

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 32 minutes, covering a total of 195 kilometres.

How far in advance Lille and Leiden tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Lille and Leiden are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn even more about travelling from Lille to Leiden by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Leiden.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Lille and Leiden by train?

The train journey from Lille to Leiden covers 195 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Lille to Leiden?

The lowest price on this route is €47.13. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Lille to Leiden by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

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

The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 32 minutes.