The average train between Middlesbrough and Lens takes 8h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Lens at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 8h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Lens. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Lens station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.
Middlesbrough to Lens train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Lens train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lille Europe station.
Book your Middlesbrough to Lens train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Middlesbrough and Lens is 536.3 km. The road distance is 687 km.
You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Lens via York, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 36m.