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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Lens is to drive which costs €10 - €16 and takes 55 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 55 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Lens. However, there are services departing from Lille Flandres and arriving at Lens via Mons. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Lille to Lens?

The distance between Lille and Lens is 92 km. The road distance is 70.1 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 1h 45m and costs €12 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Lille to Lens, including transfers.

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.

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 Tournai station.

Can I drive from Lille to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Lens is 70 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Lille to Lens.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 401+ hotels available in Lens.

Lille to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lille to Lens by train 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
best
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to MonsIc / ...
1h 45m
€13–18
Drive 70.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lille to Lens70.1 km
55 min
€11–16
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to TournaiTer
2. Take the train from Tournai to LensP / ...
2h 37m
€13–23
Train via Tournai #2
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to TournaiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Tournai to LensP / ...
2h 39m
€14–21

Lille to Lens by train

164Weekly Trains

1h 45mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 91.8 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Lille, France and Lens, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Lille Flandres to Mons hourly. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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