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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Lens is to drive and car ferry which costs €70 - €110 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Lens is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €65 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Lens. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Lens via London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Lens?

The distance between Harpenden and Lens is 343 km.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €65 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Harpenden to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Lens train from?

Harpenden to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

What is the time difference between Harpenden and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Harpenden. It is currently 8:25 PM in Harpenden and 9:25 PM in Lens.

Where does the Harpenden to Lens train arrive?

Harpenden to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1074+ hotels available in Lens.

Harpenden to Lens - 3 ways to travel via train, car, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Harpenden to Lens by train (Eurostar), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 56m
€67–307
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Harpenden to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lenscar
3h 31m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Harpenden to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lenscar
4h 37m
€72–110

Harpenden to Lens by train and foot

76Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Harpenden to Lens.

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Distance: 343.3 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Lens via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 56m.

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