The average train between Bristol and Lens takes 5h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 every 3 hours between Bristol and Lens. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Lens at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 58m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Lille Europe station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.
Bristol to Lens train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.
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The distance between Bristol and Lens is 396.6 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Lens via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 1m.