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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Lens
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lens will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 11 trains that leave Paris for Lens every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paris to Lens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 179 km
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£32 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Lens train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lens trains for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7389 | On time 18:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h11 | 20:02 Lens station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
| 7011+C41 (843212) | On time 07:14 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h06 | 09:20 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7015+C51 (842156) | On time 07:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 10:45 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7165+K52 (846417) | On time 09:52 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h14 | 11:06 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7369 | On time 11:25 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h04 | 12:29 Lens station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7173 | On time 13:28 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h04 | 14:32 Lens station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7043+C41 (843224) | On time 13:43 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h07 | 15:50 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7047+C41 (843228) | On time 14:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h08 | 16:50 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7377 | On time 15:47 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h15 | 17:02 Lens station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7581+K52 (846425) | On time 16:48 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h18 | 18:06 Lens station | 1 change | |
| 7385 | On time 17:52 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h10 | 19:02 Lens station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Lens
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Trains from Paris to Lens run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER from Paris to Lens trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER trains will get you between Paris and Lens from £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: Paris to Lens train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Lens
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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