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356 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Essen to Lens

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Cheapest
By car (356 km)
3 h 28 min
356 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
3 h 28 min
356 km.
from $13.54
Train
6 h 11 min
314 km.
from $227.30
Bus
7 h 35 min
314 km.
from $69.43
Train via Cologne
6 h 23 min
314 km.
from $164.93
Bus, Train
9 h 18 min
313 km.
from $59.20

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$34.35
Bus from Brussels-North train station to Lille
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$41.98

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:
$30.53–$69.97

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$178.12
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$95.42
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$89.06
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$152.67

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$39.44
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$62.34

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournai
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.81–$16.54

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Lens is to bus which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Lens is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Lens. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Lens via Brussels-North train station and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Lens. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Lens via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Essen to Lens?

The distance between Essen and Lens is 427 km. The road distance is 356.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Lens without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $103.26 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Essen to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lens bus from?

Essen to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Lens train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Lens?

The best way to get from Essen to Lens is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $103.26 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $39.13 - $65.22 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Essen to Lens bus arrive?

Essen to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Essen to Lens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Lens is 357 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Essen to Lens.

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

Book your Essen to Lens train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Lens?

Book your Essen to Lens bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 784+ hotels available in Lens. Prices start at $29.68 per night.
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