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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Lens is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Bruges to Lens?

The distance between Bruges and Lens is 105 km. The road distance is 105.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Lens without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €8 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bruges to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Lens bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bruges to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Lens?

The best way to get from Bruges to Lens is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €8 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €32 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Bruges to Lens bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bruges to Lens train arrive?

Bruges to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Lens is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Bruges to Lens.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1075+ hotels available in Lens.

Bruges to Lens - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bruges to Lens by bus, train, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Lille757 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lens781
2h 50m
€8–37
Train
1. Take the train from Bruges to CourtraiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
2h 55m
€29–32
Drive 105.1 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Lens105.1 km
1h 14m
€17–24

Bruges to Lens by bus

5Weekly Buses

2h 50mAverage Duration

€8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 105.2 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Bruges to Lens via Lille in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bruges to Lens via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 2h 55m.

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