The average train between Rethel and Lens takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Rethel 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 3 times a day between Rethel and Lens. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rethel is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Lens at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Reims and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 23m • 2 changes

4h 26m • 2 changes

3h 56m • 2 changes

3h 31m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rethel 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 Rethel to Lens. However, there are services departing from Rethel station and arriving at Lens station via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Rethel to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Reims station.
Rethel to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lens station.
Book your Rethel to Lens train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Rethel and Lens is 150.5 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Rethel to Lens via Reims, Paris Est, and Paris Nord in around 4h 16m.