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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Lens to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Lens to Cologne?

The distance between Lens and Cologne is 364 km. The road distance is 337.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €60 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Lens to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lens to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Lens to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lens to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €60 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Lens to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lens to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Cologne is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Lens to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lens to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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 Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 41m
€61–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lille to Cologne Airport CGNbus N280 / ...
7h 29m
€37–74
Drive 337.8 km
1. Drive from Lens to Colognecar 337.8 km
3h 14m
€52–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
5h 48m
€40–142

Lens to Cologne by train and foot

97Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 364.3 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Lens to Koeln Hbf via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, Atlantic Travel GB Ltd operates a bus from Lille to Cologne Airport CGN hourly, and the journey takes 6h. Two other operators also service this route.

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