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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Lens is to drive which costs €15 - €23 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Lens. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Lens via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Ghent to Lens?

The distance between Ghent and Lens is 110 km. The road distance is 103.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Lens without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €25 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Ghent to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Lens bus from?

Ghent to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Lens train from?

Ghent to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Lens?

The best way to get from Ghent to Lens is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €25 - €29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €35 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Ghent to Lens bus arrive?

Ghent to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Ghent to Lens train arrive?

Ghent to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Lens is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Ghent to Lens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ghent to Lens?

Book your Ghent to Lens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Lens.

Ghent to Lens - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ghent to Lens by 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
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 20m
€25–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
2h 35m
€8–33
Drive 103.2 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Lenscar 103.2 km
1h 15m
€16–23

Ghent to Lens by train and foot

148Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 110 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lens via Lille Flandres and Lille Flandres in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lens via Lille in around 2h 35m.

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