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

The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Lens is to drive which costs €130 - €200 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Avignon to Lens is to drive which takes 8h 45m and costs €130 - €200.

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 9m.

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 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m 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-eu, depart from Avignon station.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Lens train from?

Avignon to Lens train services, operated by SNCF Voyages, 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 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h.

Where does the Avignon to Lens bus arrive?

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

Where does the Avignon to Lens train arrive?

Avignon to Lens train services, operated by SNCF Voyages, 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?

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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Avignon to Lens - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Avignon to Lens by train, bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Arrastrain Tgv
5h 9m
Drive 865.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Avignon to Lenscar 865.5 km
8h 45m
€132–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Lillebus 1685
14h
Train, fly to Lille-Lesquin Airport
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 29m
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Marne La Vallee Chessytrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Marne La Vallee Chessy to Lille Europetrain Tgv
6h 25m
Train, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
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 51m
Train, fly to Paris Orly Airport
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 Lenstrain
6h 3m
Train, fly to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
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 21m
Train, fly to Brussels Airport
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 50m

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lille-Lesquin Airport (LIL) flights

11Weekly Planes

2h 52mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 844.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

SNCF Voyages operates a train from Avignon Tgv to Arras once a week, and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Avignon to Lille 4 times a week, and the journey takes 12h 20m.

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