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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Lens is to bus and line 781 bus which costs €9 - €19 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ostend - Coach Parking and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Lens via Gand-Saint-Pierre and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Ostend to Lens?

The distance between Ostend and Lens is 135 km. The road distance is 119.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Lens without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 38m and costs €13 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ostend to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Lens bus from?

Ostend to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Ostend - Coach Parking station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Lens train from?

Ostend to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Lens?

The best way to get from Ostend to Lens is to train via Ghent which takes 3h 41m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 781 bus, which costs €9 - €19 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Ostend to Lens bus arrive?

Ostend to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Ostend to Lens train arrive?

Ostend to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Lens is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Ostend to Lens.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1124+ hotels available in Lens.

Ostend to Lens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 781 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to Lens by bus, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 38m
€13–27
Bus, line 781 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
3h 10m
€9–18
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Ostende to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 41m
€31–67
Drive 119.2 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Lenscar 119.2 km
1h 19m
€19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 48m
€25–51

Ostend to Lens by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

€13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Lens via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Lens via Lille - Europe Train Station and Lille in around 3h 10m.

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