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Four ways to Travel from Cologne to Lens

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Cheapest
By car (341 km)
3 h 13 min
341 km.
from $18
Other
Rideshare
3 h 13 min
341 km.
from $12.97
Train
4 h 32 min
294 km.
from $155.11
Train, Bus
6 h 13 min
294 km.
from $104.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.08–$45.80
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$43.26

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.27–$25.45

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$63.61

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$139.95
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$95.42

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.43–$59.80
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.43–$59.80

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lens?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lens is to bus which costs $22.83 - $59.78 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Lens?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lens is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lens. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lens?

The distance between Cologne and Lens is 364 km. The road distance is 339.6 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Lens without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lens without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $46.74 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Lens?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cologne to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lens train from?

Cologne to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Lens?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lens is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $46.74 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $59.78 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the time difference between Cologne and Lens?

It is currently 07:44 at both, Cologne and Lens.

Where does the Cologne to Lens train arrive?

Cologne to Lens train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lens is 340 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cologne to Lens.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Lens?

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 807+ hotels available in Lens. Prices start at $28.88 per night.
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