How to Travel from
Ypres to Lens
by Route or Car
Schedule
Ypres, Belgium → Lens, France
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ypres to Lens
Composite routes from Ypres to Lens
Cheapest
51 min
Car
61 km.
from $3
Other
2 h 59 min
45 km.
from $33.95
3 h 57 min
45 km.
from $23.87
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Lens
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.11
BlaBlaCar Bus
Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Lens
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.74–$16.42
De Lijn
Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Ieper Station perron 3 to Menen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.08
Ilevia
Bus from Douane to Lille
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.22
Train operators
SNCF
Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lille Flandres to Lens
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.21–$17.69
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Ypres to Courtrai
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.48
Train from Courtrai to Lille
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.48
Bus from Ieper Station perron 3 to Menen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ypres to Lens?
The cheapest way to get from Ypres to Lens is to drive which costs $10.33 - $16.30 and takes 49 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Ypres to Lens?
The fastest way to get from Ypres to Lens is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .
Is there a direct bus between Ypres and Lens?
No, there is no direct bus from Ypres station to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ieper Station perron 3 and arriving at Lens via Menen Station perron 1, Douane and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Is there a direct train between Ypres and Lens?
No, there is no direct train from Ypres to Lens. However, there are services departing from Ypres and arriving at Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
How far is it from Ypres to Lens?
The distance between Ypres and Lens is 101 km. The road distance is 60.3 km.
How do I travel from Ypres to Lens without a car?
The best way to get from Ypres to Lens without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $17.39 - $31.52 .
How long does it take to get from Ypres to Lens?
It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Ypres to Lens, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ypres to Lens bus from?
Ypres to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Ieper Station perron 3.
Where do I catch the Ypres to Lens train from?
Ypres to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ypres station.
Train or bus from Ypres to Lens?
The best way to get from Ypres to Lens is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $17.39 - $31.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $21.74 and takes 3h 57m.
Where does the Ypres to Lens bus arrive?
Ypres to Lens bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Menen Station perron 4.
Where does the Ypres to Lens train arrive?
Ypres to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.
Can I drive from Ypres to Lens?
Yes, the driving distance between Ypres to Lens is 60 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Ypres to Lens.
How do I get a train ticket from Ypres to Lens?
Book your Ypres to Lens train tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Lens?
There are 784+ hotels available in Lens. Prices start at $29.68 per night.
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