What is the cheapest way to get from Arras to Lens?

The cheapest way to get from Arras to Lens is to line 417 bus which costs €1 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Arras to Lens?

The fastest way to get from Arras to Lens is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs €40 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Arras and Lens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ARRAS - Minelle Turenne and arriving at LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Arras and Lens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arras and arriving at Lens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Arras to Lens?

The distance between Arras and Lens is 19 km. The road distance is 18.2 km.

How do I travel from Arras to Lens without a car?

The best way to get from Arras to Lens without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs €3 - €7.

How long does it take to get from Arras to Lens?

The train from Arras to Lens takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Arras to Lens bus from?

Arras to Lens bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, depart from ARRAS - Minelle Turenne station.

Where do I catch the Arras to Lens train from?

Arras to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arras station.

Train or bus from Arras to Lens?

The best way to get from Arras to Lens is to train which takes 16 min and costs €3 - €7. Alternatively, you can line 417 bus, which costs €1 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Arras to Lens bus arrive?

Arras to Lens bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, arrive at LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7 station.

Where does the Arras to Lens train arrive?

Arras to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lens station.

Can I drive from Arras to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Arras to Lens is 18 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Arras to Lens.

How do I get a train ticket from Arras to Lens?

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Lens.

Can I share a ride from Arras to Lens?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Arras and Lens. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Arras to Lens - 5 ways to travel via train, line 417 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arras to Lens by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Arras to Lens by train

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Distance: 19 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Arras, France and Lens, Hauts-de-France, France?

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Arras to Lens hourly. Tickets cost €3–7 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais operates a bus from ARRAS - Minelle Turenne to LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7 every 4 hours. Tickets cost €1 and the journey takes 35 min.

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