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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Paris is to rideshare which costs €12 - €14 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Paris is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lens and Paris?

No, there is no direct bus from Lens to Paris. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès via Porte Maillot - Neuilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lens and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Lens to Paris?

The distance between Lens and Paris is 198 km. The road distance is 201.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Paris without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €40 - €65.

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

The train from Lens to Paris Nord takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Lens to Paris bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lens to Paris train from?

Lens to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lens station.

Train or bus from Lens to Paris?

The best way to get from Lens to Paris is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €27 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Lens to Paris bus arrive?

Lens to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

Where does the Lens to Paris train arrive?

Lens to Paris train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Lens to Paris?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Paris is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Lens to Paris.

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

Book your Lens to Paris train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Paris?

There are 23575+ hotels available in Paris.

Can I share a ride from Lens to Paris?

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

Lens to Paris - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lens to Paris by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Lens to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
1h 15m
€40–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lens to Parisrideshare 200.8 km
2h 33m
€12–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lens to Parisbus 781
3h 20m
€17–27
Train via Arras
1. Take the train from Lens to Arrastrain Ter
2. Take the train from Arras to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
1h 49m
€31–66
Drive 201.5 km
1. Drive from Lens to Pariscar 201.5 km
2h 6m
€32–45

Lens to Paris by train (TGV)

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1h 15mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 198.2 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

TGV inOui operates a train from Lens to Paris Nord 4 times a day. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lens to Paris 3 times a week. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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