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 58 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 four times a day, 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 - €45.

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 four times a day.

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 58 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 1056+ 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

There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Lens by train, car, or rideshare

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 Calais Ville to LensTer
1h 40m
€19–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Calais to Lens98.7 km
1h 24m
€6
Drive 99.4 km
1. Drive from Calais to Lens99.4 km
58 min
€16–23
Train via Hazebrouck
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to HazebrouckTer
2. Take the train from Hazebrouck to LensTer
2h 12m
€22–34

Calais to Lens by train

25Weekly 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 4 times a day. Tickets cost €19–45 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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