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

The cheapest way to get from Rethel to Lens is to train and bus which costs €25 - €50 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rethel to Lens is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Rethel and Lens?

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

How far is it from Rethel to Lens?

The distance between Rethel and Lens is 380 km. The road distance is 188.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rethel to Lens without a car is to train via Paris which takes 4h 4m and costs €65 - €120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rethel to Lens train from?

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

Where does the Rethel to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rethel to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Rethel to Lens is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Rethel to Lens.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Lens.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rethel to Lens by train (TGV), train, 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 Rethel to Paris Esttrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Arrastrain Tgv
4h 4m
€66–120
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rethel to Champagne-Ardennetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne-Ardenne TGV to Lillebus Ski74
5h 57m
€25–46
Drive 188.2 km
1. Drive from Rethel to Lenscar 188.2 km
2h 9m
€30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Rethel to Charleville Mezierestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Charleville Mezieres to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
4h 57m
€42–87

Rethel to Lens by train and foot

15Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 380.1 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Rethel to Lens via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Arras in around 4h 4m.

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