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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Lens is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Lens is to drive which takes 31 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Lens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lille Flandres and arriving at Lens. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Lens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lille Flandres and arriving at Lens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Lille to Lens?

The distance between Lille and Lens is 38 km. The road distance is 33.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Lens without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs €6 - €13.

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

The train from Lille Flandres to Lens takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lille to Lens bus from?

Lille to Lens bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Lille Flandres station.

Where do I catch the Lille to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Lille to Lens?

The best way to get from Lille to Lens is to train which takes 40 min and costs €6 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €12 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Lille to Lens bus arrive?

Lille to Lens bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Lens station.

Where does the Lille to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lille to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Lens is 33 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Lille to Lens.

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

Book your Lille to Lens train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lille to Lens?

Book your Lille to Lens bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Lens.

Can I share a ride from Lille to Lens?

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

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

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

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Lille to Lens by train

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40 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.2 km
Duration: 40 min

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lille Flandres to Lens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €6–13 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, SNCF Bus operates a bus from Lille Flandres to Lens 6 times a week. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a week.

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