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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Arras is to line 417 bus which costs €1 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Arras is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs €40 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lens and Arras?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7 and arriving at ARRAS - Minelle Poste - N°29. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Arras?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lens and arriving at Arras. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Lens to Arras?

The distance between Lens and Arras is 19 km. The road distance is 17.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Arras without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €6.

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

The train from Lens to Arras takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lens to Arras bus from?

Lens to Arras bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, depart from LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7 station.

Where do I catch the Lens to Arras train from?

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

Train or bus from Lens to Arras?

The best way to get from Lens to Arras is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €6. Alternatively, you can line 417 bus, which costs €1 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Lens to Arras bus arrive?

Lens to Arras bus services, operated by Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais, arrive at ARRAS - Minelle Poste - N°29 station.

Where does the Lens to Arras train arrive?

Lens to Arras train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Arras station.

Can I drive from Lens to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Arras is 18 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Lens to Arras.

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

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Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 784+ hotels available in Arras.

Can I share a ride from Lens to Arras?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lens and Arras. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lens to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, line 417 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lens to Arras by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Lens to Arras by train

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17 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 19 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lens to Arras hourly. Tickets cost €5–6 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Hauts-de-France Pas-De-Calais operates a bus from LENS - Gare Routière - Quai 7 to ARRAS - Minelle Poste - N°29 every 4 hours. Tickets cost €1 and the journey takes 41 min.

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