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

The cheapest way to get from Nancy to Lens is to bus via Brussels which costs €30 - €65 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nancy to Lens is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Nancy and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Nancy to Lens. However, there are services departing from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine and arriving at Lens via Brussels - Midi Train Station and Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Nancy and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Nancy to Lens. However, there are services departing from Nancy and arriving at Lens via Paris Nord and Arras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Nancy to Lens?

The distance between Nancy and Lens is 526 km. The road distance is 365.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nancy to Lens without a car is to train via Paris which takes 4h 15m and costs €80 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Nancy to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nancy to Lens bus from?

Nancy to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine station.

Where do I catch the Nancy to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Nancy to Lens?

The best way to get from Nancy to Lens is to train via Paris which takes 4h 15m and costs €80 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Nancy to Lens bus arrive?

Nancy to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where does the Nancy to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nancy to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Nancy to Lens is 366 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Nancy to Lens.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Nancy to Lens by train (TGV), bus, 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Nancy to Paris Esttrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Arrastrain Tgv
4h 15m
€83–176
Bus via Brussels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 50m
€33–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nancy to Brussels-North train stationbus FlixBus N836 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus FlixBus N781 / ...
8h 29m
€38–66
Drive 365.8 km
1. Drive from Nancy to Lenscar 365.8 km
4h 11m
€57–83
Train
1. Take the train from Nancy to Meuse Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Meuse Tgv to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4h 48m
€100–193

Nancy to Lens by train and foot

82Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

€83Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 525.9 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Nancy to Lens via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Arras in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nancy to Lens via Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille Flandres in around 8h 29m.

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