What is the cheapest way to get from Le Mans to Lens?

The cheapest way to get from Le Mans to Lens is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Le Mans to Lens?

The fastest way to get from Le Mans to Lens is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €75 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Le Mans and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Le Mans to Lens. However, there are services departing from Le Mans and arriving at Lens via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Le Mans and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Le Mans to Lens. However, there are services departing from Le Mans and arriving at Lens via Montparnasse Bienvenue and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Le Mans to Lens?

The distance between Le Mans and Lens is 406 km. The road distance is 401.2 km.

How do I travel from Le Mans to Lens without a car?

The best way to get from Le Mans to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €75 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Le Mans to Lens?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Le Mans to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Le Mans to Lens bus from?

Le Mans to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Le Mans station.

Where do I catch the Le Mans to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Le Mans to Lens?

The best way to get from Le Mans to Lens is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €75 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Le Mans to Lens bus arrive?

Le Mans to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Le Mans to Lens train arrive?

Le Mans to Lens train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2 station.

Can I drive from Le Mans to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Le Mans to Lens is 401 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Le Mans to Lens.

How do I get a train ticket from Le Mans to Lens?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Le Mans to Lens?

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

Where can I stay near Lens?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Le Mans to Lens by train (TGV), 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 Le Mans to Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2train 411C / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Lenstrain Tgv
3h 35m
€77–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Le Mans to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 1614 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lensbus 781
7h 17m
€28–49
Drive 401.2 km
1. Drive from Le Mans to Lenscar 401.2 km
4h
€62–89

Le Mans to Lens by train, foot, and subway

38Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405.6 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Le Mans to Lens via Paris Montparnasse Hall 1 - 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare du Nord, and Paris Nord in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Le Mans to Lens via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in around 7h 17m.

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