The average train between Charleroi and Lens takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Charleroi 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 4 hours between Charleroi and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 8:13 PM which arrives into Lens at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Lens. However, there are services departing from Charleroi station and arriving at Lens station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Charleroi to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lens station.
Book your Charleroi to Lens train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Charleroi and Lens is 114.5 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Lens via Lille Flandres in around 2h 38m.