The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 5 trains that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Lens station on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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€33 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7369 | On time 11:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h04 | 12:29 PM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
7173 | On time 1:28 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h04 | 2:32 PM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
7047+ C41 (843228) | On time 2:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h05 | 4:50 PM Lens station | 1 transfer | |
7377 | On time 3:52 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h10 | 5:02 PM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
7181+ P54 (846555) | On time 4:52 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h42 | 6:34 PM Lens station | 1 transfer | |
7185+ K52 (846427) | On time 5:52 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h18 | 7:10 PM Lens station | 1 transfer | |
7391 | On time 7:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h12 | 8:37 PM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 8:52 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h38 | 10:30 AM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h04 | 11:29 AM Lens station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station
Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $11 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 19:18 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Paris Gare du Nord and Lens station from $11 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare du Nord to Lens station
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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