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

The cheapest way to get from Chesham to Lens is to bus and train which costs €35 - €75 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesham to Lens is to subway and train which takes 4h 32m and costs €50 - €350.

Is there a direct train between Chesham and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Chesham station to Lens. However, there are services departing from Chesham station and arriving at Lens via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Chesham to Lens?

The distance between Chesham and Lens is 348 km.

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

The best way to get from Chesham to Lens without a car is to subway and train which takes 4h 32m and costs €50 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Chesham to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesham to Lens train from?

Chesham to Lens train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Chesham station.

What is the time difference between Chesham and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Chesham. It is currently 3:10 AM in Chesham and 4:10 AM in Lens.

Where does the Chesham to Lens train arrive?

Chesham to Lens train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1058+ hotels available in Lens.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chesham to Lens by subway, train, bus, car, car train, or car ferry

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Chesham station to King's Cross St. Pancras station
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
4h 32m
€52–344
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calais700 / ...
2. Take the train from Calais Ville to HazebrouckTer
3. Take the train from Hazebrouck to LensTer
10h 31m
€39–74
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chesham to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lens
3h 53m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lens781
5h 27m
€61–361
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chesham to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Lens
4h 53m
€81–112

Chesham to Lens by subway, train, and tram

75Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.6 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

There is no direct connection from Chesham to Lens. However, you can take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London St Pancras Intl, take the train to Lille Europe, walk to Lille Europe, take the vehicle to Lille Flandres, walk to Lille Flandres, then take the train to Lens. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Chesham station to Lens via Finchley Road station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, London Victoria, Calais, Terminal Ferry, Gare Sncf, Calais Ville, and Hazebrouck in around 10h 31m.

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