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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Lens is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Lens is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Utrecht to Lens. However, there are services departing from Utrecht and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Utrecht to Lens. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Lens via Rotterdam Centraal and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Lens?

The distance between Utrecht and Lens is 337 km. The road distance is 280.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Lens without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €35 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Utrecht to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Lens bus from?

Utrecht to Lens bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Utrecht station.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Lens train from?

Utrecht to Lens train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Train or bus from Utrecht to Lens?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Lens is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Utrecht to Lens bus arrive?

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

Where does the Utrecht to Lens train arrive?

Utrecht to Lens train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Rotterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Lens is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Utrecht to Lens.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Utrecht to Lens?

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Utrecht to Lens by 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
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
4h 44m
€39–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 10m
€21–38
Drive 280.2 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Lenscar 280.2 km
3h 8m
€51–73
Bus via Lens
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Central Station to Lillebus N800
5h 47m
€27–47

Utrecht to Lens by train and foot

27Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 336.9 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Lens via Rotterdam Centraal, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Utrecht to Lille - Europe Train Station twice daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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