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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lens is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lens is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lens. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lens?

The distance between Cologne and Lens is 364 km. The road distance is 337.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cologne to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lens train from?

Cologne to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Lens train arrive?

Cologne to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lens is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cologne to Lens.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1147+ hotels available in Lens.

Cologne to Lens - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Lens by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 45m
€70–184
Drive 337.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Lenscar 337.8 km
3h 17m
€53–77
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Ic / ...
5h 30m
€63–181

Cologne to Lens by train and foot

98Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 364.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 45m.

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