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

The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Lens is to bus and line 781 bus which costs €6 - €12 and takes 3h 8m.

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 55 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Ypres and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ypres to Lens. However, there are services departing from Comines Mairie and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

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 56m.

How far is it from Ypres to Lens?

The distance between Ypres and Lens is 74 km. The road distance is 55.4 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 bus and train which takes 2h 15m and costs €10 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m 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 Ilévia, depart from Comines Mairie station.

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 56m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 781 bus, which costs €6 - €12 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Ypres to Lens bus arrive?

Ypres to Lens bus services, operated by Ilévia, arrive at Lille Europe station.

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 55 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Ypres to Lens.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Lens.

Ypres to Lens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 781 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Comines Mairie to Gare Lille Flandresbus L90
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 15m
€10–19
Bus, line 781 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Comines Mairie to Lille Europebus L90
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
3h 8m
€6–11
Train
1. Take the train from Ypres to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 56m
€17–34
Drive 55.4 km
1. Drive from Ypres to Lenscar 55.4 km
55 min
€9–13

Ypres to Lens by train, foot, and bus

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.5 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Ypres to Lens via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ypres to Lens via Comines, Comines Mairie, Lille Europe, and Lille in around 3h 8m.

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