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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Lens is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Lens is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Lens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Lens. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Calais to Lens?

The distance between Calais and Lens is 113 km. The road distance is 99.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Lens without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €19 - €40.

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

The train from Calais Ville to Lens takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Calais to Lens train from?

Calais to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Where does the Calais to Lens train arrive?

Calais to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lens station.

Can I drive from Calais to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Lens is 99 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Calais to Lens.

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

Book your Calais to Lens train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 376+ hotels available in Lens.

Can I share a ride from Calais to Lens?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Calais and Lens. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Calais to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and rideshare

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Calais to Lens

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Calais to Lens. The best route is Train, a distance of 89.514 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lenstrain Ter
1h 40m
€19–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Lensrideshare 98.7 km
1h 24m
€6
Drive 99.4 km
1. Drive from Calais to Lenscar 99.4 km
59 min
€16–23
Train via Hazebrouck
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Hazebroucktrain Ter
2. Take the train from Hazebrouck to Lenstrain Ter
1h 51m
€19–38

Calais to Lens by train

50Weekly Trains

1h 40mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.3 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Calais Ville to Lens every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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