The cheapest and fastest trains from Lens to Lille
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lens to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lens to Lille will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 15 trains that leave Lens for Lille on Sat, Jun 20, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
K51 (842280)3:10 PM0h33Lens station3:43 PMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
K51 (842284)7:10 PM0h33Lens station7:43 PMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
K51 (842276)11:10 AM0h33Lens station11:43 AMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
C41 (843263)1:01 PM0h39Lens station1:40 PMLille Flandres€101One-way0 transfers
C41 (843253)8:02 AM0h39Lens station8:41 AMLille Flandres€101One-way0 transfers
K51 (842280)3:10 PM0h33Lens station3:43 PMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
K51 (842284)7:10 PM0h33Lens station7:43 PMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
K51 (842276)11:10 AM0h33Lens station11:43 AMLille CHR€81One-way0 transfers
C41 (843261)12:38 PM0h36Lens station1:14 PMLille Flandres€101One-way0 transfers
C41 (843265)2:36 PM0h36Lens station3:12 PMLille Flandres€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lens to Lille
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lens to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 28 km
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€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Lens to Lille train times
The table below shows live departures for Lens to Lille trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C41 (843221) | 12:10 PM Lens station | 0h40 | 12:50 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C51 (842108) | 12:14 PM Lens station | 0h46 | 1:00 PM Lille CHR | 0 transfersDirect | |
K51 (842212) | 12:52 PM Lens station | 0h31 | 1:23 PM Lille CHR | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41 (843223) | 1:10 PM Lens station | 0h40 | 1:50 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C51 (842110) | 1:14 PM Lens station | 0h46 | 2:00 PM Lille CHR | 0 transfersDirect | |
P54 (846526)+ 12562 | On time 1:26 PM Lens station | 0h58 | 2:24 PM Lille-Europe | 1 transfer | |
C41 (843225) | 2:41 PM Lens station | 0h39 | 3:20 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41 (843227) | 3:10 PM Lens station | 0h40 | 3:50 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41 (843229) | 4:10 PM Lens station | 0h40 | 4:50 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C51 (842112) | 4:14 PM Lens station | 0h46 | 5:00 PM Lille CHR | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41 (843231) | 4:41 PM Lens station | 0h39 | 5:20 PM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
C41 (843253) | 8:02 AM Lens station | 0h39 | 8:41 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41 (843255) | 8:36 AM Lens station | 0h37 | 9:13 AM Lille Flandres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lens to Lille
Trains from Lens to Lille run on average 14 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 30m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Lens to Lille trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Lens and Lille from €2. 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
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Lens to Lille
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lens to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lens to Lille
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
- Chopsticks & Co
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Black Coffee
- Eric Kayser
- So! Coffee
- Aux Merveilleux de Fred
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers
- Le Napoleon
- Hotel Chopin
- Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sat: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sun: 09:00 - 19:30
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: CIT1, CIT2, 86, 88, 12, L91, L91 Express, 51, 10, 50, 14, 56
- Tram lines: R, T
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Hauts-de-France, INTERCITED
- Ramps, restrooms
- 144 places, covered
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee
- Staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1
- Costa Coffee
- Factory & Co.
- PAUL
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available
- Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe
- Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille
- Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00
- Located in Hall 2 and Hall 3
- Metro lines: 2
- Tram lines: R, T
- Bus lines: 12, 16, 18, 35, 36, 51, 86, 88, L5, L90, L91, Charleroi Airport shuttle
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, TER GV, Eurostar, Thalys
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