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Travelling from Hamburg to Lille by train
Looking to travel from Hamburg to Lille by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 11 hours 53 minutes to travel from Hamburg to Lille by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 24 minutes though. You'll usually find 24 trains per day running along the 356 miles (573 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Lille, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Hamburg to Lille.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lille by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Hamburg to Lille
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Cheap train tickets from Hamburg to Lille
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Hamburg to Lille by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.