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

The cheapest way to get from Compiègne to Lens is to drive which costs €19 - €28 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Compiègne to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Compiègne and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Compiègne to Lens. However, there are services departing from Compiegne and arriving at Lens via Saint-Quentin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Compiègne and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Compiègne to Lens. However, there are services departing from Compiegne and arriving at Lens via Paris Nord and Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Compiègne to Lens?

The distance between Compiègne and Lens is 282 km. The road distance is 125.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Compiègne to Lens without a car is to train via Paris which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Compiègne to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Compiègne to Lens bus from?

Compiègne to Lens bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Compiegne station.

Where do I catch the Compiègne to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Compiègne to Lens?

The best way to get from Compiègne to Lens is to train via Paris which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Compiègne to Lens bus arrive?

Compiègne to Lens bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at St Quentin station.

Where does the Compiègne to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Compiègne to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Compiègne to Lens is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Compiègne to Lens.

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

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Compiègne to Lens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Compiègne to Lens by train (TGV), train, bus, 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.

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Compiegne to Paris NordTer
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to ArrasTgv
3h 21m
€36–88
Drive 125.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Compiègne to Lens125.2 km
1h 25m
€20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Compiegne to St QuentinTer
2. Take the bus from Saint-Quentin to LensBlaBlaCar Bus
3h 49m
€31–38
Train
1. Take the train from Compiegne to St QuentinTer
2. Take the train from St Quentin to DouaiTer
4h 41m
€36–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Compiegne to St QuentinAutocar
2. Take the bus from Saint-Quentin to LensBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 46m
€29–41

Compiègne to Lens by train

117Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 281.8 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Compiegne to Lens via Paris Nord and Arras in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Compiegne to Lens via St Quentin and Saint-Quentin in around 4h 46m.

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