London to Lens train travel explained

Want to know how to get from London to Lens by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from London to Lens take around 2 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 239 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving London is scheduled to depart at around  06:04. The last departure is usually at around 20:01 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave London at around 06:18, with the last train leaving at around 20:31. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$47.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lens, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Lens.

Is there a direct train from London to Lens?

The journey between London and Lens usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from London to Lens every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from London to Lens?

The London to Lens train travel takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the London to Lens train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lens leaving London at around 06:04 and the last train leaving at around 20:01 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves London at around 06:18, with the final departure at 20:31.