The average train between Mons and Lens takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Mons 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 Mons and Lens. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mons is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Lens at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mons to Lens. However, there are services departing from Mons station and arriving at Lens station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Mons to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Mons station.
Mons to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lens station.
Book your Mons to Lens train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Mons and Lens is 79.7 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Mons to Lens via Lille Flandres in around 2h 4m.