The average train between Chelles and Lens takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Chelles 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 Chelles and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelles is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Lens at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare Magenta and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chelles 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 Chelles to Lens. However, there are services departing from Chelles - Gournay station and arriving at Arras station via Magenta station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.
Chelles to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chelles - Gournay station.
Chelles to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Arras station.
The distance between Chelles and Lens is 173.4 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Chelles - Gournay to Lens via Gare Magenta, Paris Nord, and Arras in around 2h 58m.