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

The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Lens is to bus which costs €65 - €120 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Avignon to Lens is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €170 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Avignon and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Avignon to Lens. However, there are services departing from Avignon and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Avignon and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Avignon to Lens. However, there are services departing from Avignon Tgv and arriving at Lens via Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Avignon to Lens?

The distance between Avignon and Lens is 844 km. The road distance is 865.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Avignon to Lens without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €170 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Avignon to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Lens bus from?

Avignon to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Avignon station.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Lens train from?

Avignon to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Avignon Tgv station.

Train or bus from Avignon to Lens?

The best way to get from Avignon to Lens is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs €170 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €120 and takes 14h.

Where does the Avignon to Lens bus arrive?

Avignon to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Avignon to Lens train arrive?

Avignon to Lens train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Arras station.

Can I drive from Avignon to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Lens is 865 km. It takes approximately 8h 45m to drive from Avignon to Lens.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Avignon to Lens?

Book your Avignon to Lens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lens?

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Avignon to Lens - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Avignon to Lens by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Arrastrain Tgv
5h 4m
€175–276
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Lillebus 1685
14h
€67–113
Drive 865.5 km
1. Drive from Avignon to Lenscar 865.5 km
8h 45m
€134–193
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Lille-Lesquin Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL)plane MRS - LIL
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain
5h 30m
€75–298
Train via Paris (TGV)
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Lenstrain Tgv
6h 5m
€178–281
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane MRS - CDG
3. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Lille Europetrain
5h 56m
€138–398
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Paris Orly Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane MRS - ORY
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Arrastrain
6h 24m
€137–444
Train to Fréjorgues Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nimes Pont Du Gard to Montpellier Sud De Francetrain
2. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane MPL - CDG
3. Take the train from Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy to Lille Europetrain
7h 12m
€182–478
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)plane MRS - CRL
3. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Lille Flandrestrain
8h 24m
€83–277
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MRS - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain
7h 52m
€104–289

Avignon to Lens by train (TGV)

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 844.5 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

TGV inOui operates a train from Avignon Tgv to Arras once a week. Tickets cost €170–270 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Avignon to Lille 4 times a week. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 12h 20m.

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