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

The cheapest way to get from Nancy to Lens is to bus via Reims which costs €27 - €60 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nancy to Lens is to train via Paris which takes 3h 56m and costs €75 - €230.

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 Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

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 3h 56m and costs €75 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 3h 56m and costs €75 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus via Reims, which costs €27 - €60 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Nancy to Lens bus arrive?

Nancy to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Reims - Champagne Ardenne 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 6m 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?

There are 1030+ hotels available in Lens.

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

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Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Nancy to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to LensTgv
3h 56m
€76–229
Bus via Reims
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine to Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station to LensBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 55m
€27–58
Drive 365.8 km
1. Drive from Nancy to Lens365.8 km
4h 6m
€57–82
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Nancy to Meuse TgvTgv
2. Take the train from Meuse Tgv to Lille EuropeTgv
4h 45m
€92–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nancy to Brussels-North train stationN836 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to LilleN280 / ...
8h 22m
€32–78

Nancy to Lens by train and foot

39Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 526.2 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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 and Paris Nord in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine to Lens via Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station in around 7h 55m.

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