The average train between Leeds and Lens takes 6h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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 Leeds and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 9:10 PM which arrives into Lens at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 6h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 40m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Lens. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Lille Europe station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
Leeds to Lens train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.
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The distance between Leeds and Lens is 478.5 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Lens via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 38m.