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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Calais is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Calais is to drive which takes 58 min and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lens and arriving at Calais Ville. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Lens to Calais?

The distance between Lens and Calais is 113 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Calais without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €19 - €45.

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

The train from Lens to Calais Ville takes 1h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Lens to Calais train from?

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

Where does the Lens to Calais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lens to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Calais is 100 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Lens to Calais.

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

Book your Lens to Calais train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 228+ hotels available in Calais.

Can I share a ride from Lens to Calais?

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

Lens to Calais - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Lens to Calais by train, car, or rideshare

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 Lens to Calais VilleTer
1h 42m
€19–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lens to Calais99 km
1h 24m
€6
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Lens to Calais99.7 km
58 min
€16–23
Train via Hazebrouck
1. Take the train from Lens to HazebrouckTer
2. Take the train from Hazebrouck to Calais VilleTer
2h 2m
€22–34

Lens to Calais by train

40Weekly Trains

1h 42mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.3 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lens to Calais Ville every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–45 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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