Lille to Lens train with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)

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Compare bus and train for Lille to Lens

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Lens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.

Distance: 62 miles (100 km)

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1h 48m

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1h 18m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lille to Lens

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Trains from Lille to Lens run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)
Distance
62 miles (100 km)
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
40m
First train
08:00
Last train
21:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lille to Lens trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lille and Lens from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)

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Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Trains from Lille to Lens

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.

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Train ticket prices from Lille to Lens can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $12 (€10), while the average price is around $16 (€13).
The train from Lille to Lens takes 40m and runs 10 per day.
The first train from Lille to Lens leaves at 8:00 AM.
The distance by train from Lille to Lens is 62 miles (100 km).
The last train from Lille to Lens leaves at 9:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Lille to Lens.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lille to Lens. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lille to Lens.
The train station in Lille that goes to Lens is Tielen, which connects to Lens station.
The cheapest way to get from Lille to Lens is by bus, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train journey from Lille to Lens offers a pleasant view of the French countryside, featuring rolling fields and picturesque villages, but it is not considered particularly scenic compared to other routes in France.
Yes, a day trip from Lille to Lens is feasible. The journey takes 40m, and with 12 trains available per day, it is convenient to travel back and forth. The distance is 62 miles (100 km).
Typically, spending 1 to 2 days in Lens is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Louvre-Lens Museum and the nearby mining heritage sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Lille to Lens.

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7870 Lens, Belgium

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