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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Versailles is to bus which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Versailles is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Versailles?

No, there is no direct train from Lens to Versailles. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Versailles Château Rive Gauche via Arras, Gare du Nord and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Lens to Versailles?

The distance between Lens and Versailles is 222 km. The road distance is 215.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Versailles without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Lens to Versailles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lens to Versailles train from?

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

Train or bus from Lens to Versailles?

The best way to get from Lens to Versailles is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €30 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Lens to Versailles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lens to Versailles?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Versailles is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Lens to Versailles.

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

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Where can I stay near Versailles?

There are 20951+ hotels available in Versailles.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lens to Versailles by train (TGV), 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 Arras to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Saint-Michel Notre-Dame to Versailles Château Rive Gauchetrain C
2h 49m
€39–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lens to Parisbus 781
4h 25m
€22–30
Drive 215.7 km
1. Drive from Lens to Versaillescar 215.7 km
2h 15m
€33–48
Train via Lille Europe
1. Take the train from Lens to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Versailles Chantierstrain 003C
4h 18m
€56–124

Lens to Versailles by train and subway

110Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Lens to Versailles Château Rive Gauche via Arras, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Saint-Michel, and Saint-Michel Notre-Dame in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lens to Paris 3 times a week. Tickets cost €12–22 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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