The average train between Bruges and Lens takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Bruges 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 hourly between Bruges and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Lens at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bruges 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 Bruges to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Lens station via Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Bruges to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lens station.
The distance between Bruges and Lens is 90.7 km. The road distance is 121 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Lens via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 12m.