The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Lens
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Lens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Lens will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Calais for Lens on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:04 PM2h29Calais2:33 PMLens$301One-way0 transfers
12:04 PM2h29Calais2:33 PMLens$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Calais to Lens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Lens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.92 (€-4.84). The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Calais to Lens train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Lens trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:06 PM Calais | 2h19 | 6:25 PM Lens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Lens
Trains from Calais to Lens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 4:27 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Calais to Lens trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Calais and Lens from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Calais to Lens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Lens by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Calais to Lens
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road leading to the station
- Le Channel
- Restaurant du Golf
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel Meurice
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Eurostar check-in
- Hall 2: TGV and TER platforms
- Hall 3: parking and car rental services
- Bus: Line 1 from Calais city center
- Shuttle services available from Calais ferry terminal
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Restaurant Le Pain de la Bouche
- Le Tassili
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Louvre Lens
- Hotel Bollaert
- Hotel de France
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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