The average train between Brussels and Lens takes 1h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Brussels to Lens. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Brussels and Lens. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Lens at 5:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Lens. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Lens station via Jurbise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.
Brussels to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Midi station.
Brussels to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Jurbise station.
Book your Brussels to Lens train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Lens is 45.4 km. The road distance is 52 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Midi to Jurbise hourly. Tickets cost €8–17 and the journey takes 36 min.