The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lens
Cheapest price
$322
Average price
$331
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
13 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lens will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $322.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Lens without transferring at least 3 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zurich to Lens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, and a train costs an average of $234.
Distance: 334 miles (539 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$234 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest |
7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Lens train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lens trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9210+ 7375 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h05 | 4:04 PM Lens station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:08 AM Zurich | 13h54 | 3:02 PM Lens | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lens
Trains from Zurich to Lens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $234 (€190) but you can travel from only $84 (€68) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:19, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (539 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 334 miles (539 km) |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $234 (€190) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 08:19 |
Last train 15:10 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Zurich to Lens trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Lens from $84 (€68). 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 Zurich to Lens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Lens
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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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