The average train between Berlin and Lens takes 13h 6m and the fastest train takes 9h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Berlin to Lens. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Berlin and Lens. The earliest departure is at 4:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Berlin is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Lens at 11:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 13h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Berlin to Lens? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Lens. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf station and arriving at Lille Europe station via Köln Hbf station and Bruxelles Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.
Berlin to Lens train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Berlin to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lille Europe station.
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The distance between Berlin and Lens is 768.1 km. The road distance is 875 km.
You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Lens via Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 9h 58m.