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

The cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Lens is to bus which costs €13 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaventem to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Zaventem and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Zaventem to Lens. However, there are services departing from Zaventem Kerkplein and arriving at Lens via Brussels-North train station and Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Zaventem and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Lens. However, there are services departing from Zaventem and arriving at Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Zaventem to Lens?

The distance between Zaventem and Lens is 157 km. The road distance is 143.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaventem to Lens without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Zaventem to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Lens bus from?

Zaventem to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Zaventem Kerkplein station.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Zaventem to Lens?

The best way to get from Zaventem to Lens is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Zaventem to Lens bus arrive?

Zaventem to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Zaventem to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaventem to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaventem to Lens is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Zaventem to Lens.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zaventem to Lens by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Zaventem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 6m
€40–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zaventem Kerkplein to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus R26
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus 328 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
5h 1m
€13–38
Drive 143.1 km
1. Drive from Zaventem to Lenscar 143.1 km
1h 46m
€22–32
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Zaventem to Tournaitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 18m
€32–42

Zaventem to Lens by train and foot

72Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.4 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Zaventem to Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zaventem Kerkplein to Lens via Brussel Noord afstaphalte, Brussels-North train station, and Lille in around 5h 1m.

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