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

The cheapest way to get from Brecht to Lens is to line 60 bus and bus which costs €11 - €50 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brecht to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Brecht and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Brecht to Lens. However, there are services departing from Brecht Gasthuisstraat and arriving at Lens via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Brecht and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Brecht to Lens. However, there are services departing from Noorderkempen and arriving at Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Brecht to Lens?

The distance between Brecht and Lens is 215 km. The road distance is 185.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Brecht to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Brecht to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brecht to Lens bus from?

Brecht to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Brecht Gasthuisstraat station.

Where do I catch the Brecht to Lens train from?

Brecht to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Noorderkempen station.

Train or bus from Brecht to Lens?

The best way to get from Brecht to Lens is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can line 60 bus and bus, which costs €11 - €50 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Brecht to Lens bus arrive?

Brecht to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5 station.

Where does the Brecht to Lens train arrive?

Brecht to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Brecht to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Brecht to Lens is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Brecht to Lens.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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Brecht to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brecht to Lens by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Noorderkempen to Bruxelles-MidiEc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
3h 55m
€31–70
Line 60 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brecht Gasthuisstraat to Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C560 / ...
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Lille280 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille to Lens781
5h 19m
€11–49
Drive 185.7 km
1. Drive from Brecht to Lens185.7 km
1h 59m
€29–42
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brecht Gasthuisstraat to Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C560 / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Lille FlandresIc
5h 2m
€44–72

Brecht to Lens by train and tram

72Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.3 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Noorderkempen to Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brecht Gasthuisstraat to Lens via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C5, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, and Lille in around 5h 19m.

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