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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Lens is to bus and line 781 bus which costs €7 - €16 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Lens is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Lens?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Lens via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Lens?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Lens. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Bruges to Lens?

The distance between Bruges and Lens is 120 km. The road distance is 105.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Lens without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €20 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Bruges to Lens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Lens bus from?

Bruges to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Lens train from?

Bruges to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Lens?

The best way to get from Bruges to Lens is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €20 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 781 bus, which costs €7 - €16 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Bruges to Lens bus arrive?

Bruges to Lens bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Bruges to Lens train arrive?

Bruges to Lens train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Lens?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Lens is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Bruges to Lens.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lens?

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Bruges to Lens - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 781 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bruges to Lens by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 39m
€21–41
Bus, line 781 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Lillebus 757 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
2h 50m
€7–15
Drive 105.1 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Lenscar 105.1 km
1h 15m
€17–24

Bruges to Lens by train

210Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.4 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Lens, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a train from Bruges to Lens via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruges to Lens via Lille in around 2h 50m.

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