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

The cheapest way to get from Roubaix to Lens is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roubaix to Lens is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Roubaix and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Roubaix to Lens. However, there are services departing from Roubaix Place and arriving at Lens via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Roubaix to Lens?

The distance between Roubaix and Lens is 50 km. The road distance is 42.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Roubaix to Lens without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 21m and costs €19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Roubaix to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roubaix to Lens train from?

Roubaix to Lens train services, operated by Ilévia, depart from Roubaix Place station.

Where does the Roubaix to Lens train arrive?

Roubaix to Lens train services, operated by Ilévia, arrive at Gare Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Roubaix to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Roubaix to Lens is 43 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Roubaix to Lens.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1071+ hotels available in Lens.

Roubaix to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Roubaix to Lens by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Roubaix Place to Gare Lille FlandresM2
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
1h 21m
€19
Subway, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Euroteleport to Lille EuropeM2
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lens781
1h 59m
€6–21
Drive 42.6 km
1. Drive from Roubaix to Lens42.6 km
39 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roubaix to Lens42.6 km
39 min
€95–120

Roubaix to Lens by subway and train

250Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Roubaix to Lens. However, you can take the subway to Gare Lille Flandres, walk to Lille Flandres, then take the train to Lens. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Euroteleport to Lens via Lille Europe and Lille in around 1h 59m.

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