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

The cheapest way to get from Reims to Lens is to rideshare which costs €11 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reims to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Reims and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Reims to Lens. However, there are services departing from Reims and arriving at Lens via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Reims to Lens?

The distance between Reims and Lens is 341 km. The road distance is 176 km.

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

The best way to get from Reims to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €60 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Reims to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reims to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Reims to Lens?

The best way to get from Reims to Lens is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €60 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Reims to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reims to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Reims to Lens is 176 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Reims to Lens.

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

Book your Reims to Lens train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1059+ hotels available in Lens.

Can I share a ride from Reims to Lens?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Reims and Lens. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Reims to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 4 ways to get from Reims to Lens by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Reims to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to LensTgv
3h 5m
€60–127
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Reims to Lens172.9 km
2h 18m
€11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station to LensBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 32m
€24–33
Drive 176 km
1. Drive from Reims to Lens176 km
1h 38m
€28–40

Reims to Lens by train and foot (TGV)

39Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.2 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Reims to Lens via Paris Est and Paris Nord in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne Train Station to Lens twice a week. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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