The average train between Metz and Lens takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 4 times a day between Metz and Lens. The earliest departure is at 8:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Lens at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 34m • 1 change
4h 34m • 1 change
3h 5m • 1 change
4h 17m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Metz 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 Metz to Lens. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville station and arriving at Lens station via Paris Est station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Metz to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lens station.
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The distance between Metz and Lens is 281.1 km. The road distance is 358 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Lens via Paris Est and Paris Nord in around 3h 42m.