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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Lens is to bus and train which costs €40 - €80 and takes 11h 13m.

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 53m and costs €70 - €380.

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, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

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 53m and costs €70 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m 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 1:09 PM in Harpenden and 2:09 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 1076+ hotels available in Lens.

Harpenden to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Lens by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 EuropeEil
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
3h 53m
€70–379
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
11h 13m
€43–75
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Harpenden to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lens
3h 29m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Harpenden to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Lens
4h 30m
€80–112

Harpenden to Lens by train and tram

76Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 343.2 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 53m.

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