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

The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Lens is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ypres to Lens is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Ypres and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ypres station to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ieper Station perron 3 and arriving at Lens via Menen Station perron 1, Douane and Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ypres and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Ypres to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ypres and arriving at Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Ypres to Lens?

The distance between Ypres and Lens is 78 km. The road distance is 56.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ypres to Lens without a car is to line 86 bus and train which takes 2h 57m and costs €12 - €22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Ypres to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ypres to Lens bus from?

Ypres to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Ieper Station perron 3.

Where do I catch the Ypres to Lens train from?

Ypres to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.

Train or bus from Ypres to Lens?

The best way to get from Ypres to Lens is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €16 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €27 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Ypres to Lens bus arrive?

Ypres to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Menen Station perron 4.

Where does the Ypres to Lens train arrive?

Ypres to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Ypres to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ypres to Lens is 56 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ypres to Lens.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1059+ hotels available in Lens.

Ypres to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, line 86 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ypres to Lens by bus, train, 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.

Line 86 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Curie to Gare Lille Flandres86
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
2h 57m
€12–22
Drive 56.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ypres to Lens56.1 km
53 min
€9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Ypres to CourtraiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille FlandresIc
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to LensTer
2h 59m
€16–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ieper Station perron 3 to Menen Station perron 480
2. Take the bus from Douane to Lille EuropeL91
3. Take the bus from Lille to Lens781
3h 53m
€12–27

Ypres to Lens by train, foot, and bus

148Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.9 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Ypres to Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ieper Station perron 3 to Lens via Menen Station perron 1, Menen Barakken, Douane, Lille Europe, and Lille in around 3h 53m.

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