The average train between Leuven and Lens takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Leuven 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 Leuven and Lens. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leuven is at 5:36 PM which arrives into Lens at 8:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leuven 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 Leuven to Lens. However, there are services departing from Leuven station and arriving at Lens station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Leuven to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.
Leuven to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lens station.
Book your Leuven to Lens train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), TGV inOui and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leuven and Lens is 141.1 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Louvain to Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 5m.