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Trains to Lille-Europe from Essen Hbf
Want to travel from Essen Hbf to Lille-Europe by train? Start your journey with us.
It takes an average of 7 hours 34 minutes to travel from Essen Hbf to Lille-Europe by train. You'll find on average 26 trains per day running on this route.
There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Lille-Europe by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.
Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.
See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.
Trains to Lille-Europe from Essen Hbf
| First train | 05:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:46 | |
| Departure station | Essen Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Lille-Europe | |
| Journey time | From 4h 48m | |
| Distance | 180 miles (290 km) | |
| Frequency | 26 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Essen Hbf to Lille-Europe?
Want to know more about your journey from Essen Hbf to Lille-Europe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Essen Hbf to Lille-Europe?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Be flexible with your travel times
If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.
2. Buy a rail pass
If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.
4. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!
5. Take a night train
Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.