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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Lens is to bus and train via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs €60 - €130 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Lens is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 4h 33m and costs €200 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Lens via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Lens?

The distance between Bournemouth and Lens is 481 km.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Lens without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €150 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Bournemouth to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Lens train from?

Bournemouth to Lens train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

What is the time difference between Bournemouth and Lens?

Lens is 1h ahead of Bournemouth. It is currently 7:11 PM in Bournemouth and 8:11 PM in Lens.

Where does the Bournemouth to Lens train arrive?

Bournemouth to Lens train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Lens.

Bournemouth to Lens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Lens by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

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best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
5h 21m
€152–273
Bus, train via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the train from London St. Pancras Int. to Lille Europetrain Eurostar
6h 23m
€64–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Hammersmith Broadwaybus 035
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
7h 10m
€113–196
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Lenscar
4h 33m
€201–230
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Lenscar
5h 35m
€96–187

Bournemouth to Lens by train, subway, foot, and tram

102Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

€152Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.2 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Lens, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Lens via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 21m.

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