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How to travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens? Look no further.
You'll usually find 24 trains per day running between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Lens, which usually take 3 hours 47 minutes to complete the 159 km journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 26 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Lens from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $14.73. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens by train
It takes an average of 3h 47m to travel from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (159 km). There are normally 24 trains per day traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens and tickets for this journey start from $14.73 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:53 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:09 pm | |
| Departure station | Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | |
| Arrival station | Lens | |
| Journey time | From 1h 26m | |
| Distance | 99 miles (159 km) | |
| Frequency | 24 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $14.73 | |
| Train and bus operators | SNCF Voyageurs, Flixbus |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens?
Want to know more about your journey from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens?
The price of train tickets from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Lens starts at $14.73 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for special deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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