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

The cheapest way to get from Ramsgate to Lens is to car ferry and drive which costs €27 - €55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ramsgate to Lens is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €27 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Ramsgate and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Ramsgate to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ramsgate and arriving at Lens via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Ramsgate to Lens?

The distance between Ramsgate and Lens is 178 km.

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

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Lens without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €80 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Ramsgate to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ramsgate to Lens train from?

Ramsgate to Lens train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ramsgate station.

Train or bus from Ramsgate to Lens?

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Lens is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €80 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €110 - €160 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the time difference between Ramsgate and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Ramsgate. It is currently 9:20 PM in Ramsgate and 10:20 PM in Lens.

Where does the Ramsgate to Lens train arrive?

Ramsgate to Lens train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 365+ hotels available in Lens.

Ramsgate to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ramsgate to Lens by car ferry, car, train (Eurostar), bus, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
2. Drive from Calais to Lenscar
3h 9m
€28–53
Train
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
4h 41m
€83–251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover to Lillebus N280 / ...
5h 3m
€119–151
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Ramsgate to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lenscar
2h 25m

Ramsgate to Lens by train and tram

77Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

€83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ramsgate to Lens.

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Distance: 178.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Ramsgate to Lens via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dover to Lille twice daily. Tickets cost €10–19 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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