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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Lens is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 13h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Lens is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 4h 33m and costs €190 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Lille via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Lens via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Lens?

The distance between Bournemouth and Lens is 481 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Lens without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €140 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Bournemouth to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Lens bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Lens train from?

Bournemouth to Lens train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Lens?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Lens is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €140 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Lens bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Green Line Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Bournemouth and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Bournemouth. It is currently 3:58 AM in Bournemouth and 4:58 AM in Lens.

Where does the Bournemouth to Lens train arrive?

Bournemouth to Lens train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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Bournemouth to Lens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Lens by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
5h 19m
€147–263
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Lillebus N280 / ...
13h 16m
€46–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
7h 31m
€117–193
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lenscar
4h 33m
€199–228
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lenscar
5h 35m
€96–186

Bournemouth to Lens by train, subway, foot, and tram

102Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

€147Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.2 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Lens via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth to Lens via London Green Line Coach Station, London Victoria, Lille, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 13h 16m.

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