What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens is to bus and train via Calais which costs €30 - €65 and takes 11h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €60 - €340.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Lens via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Lens is 335 km.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €60 - €340.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

What is the time difference between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Heathrow Terminal 5. It is currently 4:49 AM in Heathrow Terminal 5 and 5:49 AM in Lens.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens?

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 992+ hotels available in Lens.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 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
4h 4m
€61–333
Bus, train via Calais
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 11m
€34–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury LaneN9
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille EuropeEil
5h 56m
€48–312
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lens
3h 15m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Lens
4h 16m
€80–111

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens by foot, train, subway, and tram

78Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.6 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Lens, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Lens via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 4m.

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