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Train timetable info Lyon-Lens

Travel by train from Lyon to Lens. 12 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lyon at 5h 50m and the last at 17h 38m, allowing you to cover the 643 km distance in as little as 3h 34m.

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How much does a train ticket from Lyon to Lens cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Lyon to Lens take?

By train, allow an average of 4h 34m to complete the Lyon to Lens journey.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lyon to Lens?

The journey from Lyon to Lens on the fastest train takes 3h 34m.

How many trains run from Lyon to Lens each day?

Each day, 12 trains depart from Lyon to Lens.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lyon and Lens?

Between Lyon and Lens, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Lyon and Lens by train?

The total distance between Lyon and Lens by train is approximately 643 km.

What time is the first train from Lyon to Lens?

If you’re an early riser, you can catch the Lyon to Lens train at 5h 50m.

What time is the last train from Lyon to Lens?

If you prefer a later departure, take the last train leaving Lyon at 17h 38m.

To leave Lyon, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: LYON PART DIEU, LYON PERRACHE.

At Lens, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LENS.

Which train companies operate trains from Lyon to Lens?

Journeys from Lyon to Lens are operated by TGV INOUI Brussels, TER, TGV INOUI, OUIGO.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, travel stress-free with your family, including young children. You can travel for free with a pushchair. Just remember to select the "pushchair" option when purchasing your OUIGO ticket.

On board TGV INOUI we always go further for your comfort: renovated carriages, power outlets, Wi-Fi… Everything is designed so that you have a pleasant journey. The on-board team will make your journey a moment of relaxation and well-being.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lens?

The price of a Lyon – Lens train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lyon to Lens thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lens.

Price of a Lyon – Lens Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Lyon to Lens, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Lyon to Lens, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lyon – Lens

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Lyon to Lens throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Lyon – Lens Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lyon to Lens. For last-minute train tickets from Lyon to Lens, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Lyon to Lens and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lens on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Lyon - Lens

If you're travelling from Lyon to Lens, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI Brussels

With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Lyon to Lens! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...

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Classes of rail companies serving Lyon - Lens

To travel from Lyon to Lens, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI Brussels

Travel from Lyon to Lens on board an TGV INOUI Brussels and choose from two travel classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
  • Quiet zones
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Lyon - Lens

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lyon to Lens route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI Brussels

  • Travel in the utmost comfort

    Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!

  • Stay connected while travelling

    Free Wifi available onboard

  • An attentive team

    Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team

  • Travel in first class

    Our best seats, just for you

  • Plenty of space for your suitcases

  • Travel with your bike

  • A nursery area for your baby

  • Travel with your pet

  • Your office at 300 km/h

  • To go further

  • Fancy a snack?

  • New features

  • No more need to queue at the bar

  • Connect to the portal and a whole range of services

Train timetables Lyon-Lens Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 50m 11h 45m 5h 55m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9852
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
  • 1h49
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 42156
  • Lille Porte De Douai
  • Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional
  • Loos Lez Lille
  • Haubourdin
  • Santes
  • Wavrin
  • La Fontaine
  • Don - Sainghin
  • Bauvin - Provin
  • Meurchin
  • Pont-A-Vendin
  • Loison-Sous-Lens
  • Sallaumines
  • Lens
6h 30m 11h 50m 5h 20m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5380 - TGV INOUI 5351
  • Massy Tgv
  • 23 min
  • Massy Tgv
    TGV INOUI 5260
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Flandres
  • 30 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 43214
  • Seclin
  • Libercourt
  • Dourges
  • Henin-Beaumont
  • Billy-Montigny
  • Lens
8h 04m 12h 30m 4h 26m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6608
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7265 - TGV INOUI 7165
  • Arras
  • 33 min
  • Arras
    TER 46547
  • Vimy
  • Avion
  • Lens
8h 27m 12h 45m 4h 18m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 12554 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9854
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Europe
  • 20 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 42158
  • Lille Porte De Douai
  • Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional
  • Loos Lez Lille
  • Haubourdin
  • Santes
  • Wavrin
  • La Fontaine
  • Don - Sainghin
  • Bauvin - Provin
  • Meurchin
  • Pont-A-Vendin
  • Loison-Sous-Lens
  • Sallaumines
  • Lens
8h 38m 13h 29m 4h 51m OUIGO, TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    OUIGO 7802
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h44
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7369
  • Arras
  • Lens
9h 04m 13h 45m 4h 41m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Perrache
    OUIGO 7818
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Lille Flandres
  • 27 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 42160
  • Lille Porte De Douai
  • Lille Centre Hospitalier Regional
  • Loos Lez Lille
  • Haubourdin
  • Santes
  • Wavrin
  • La Fontaine
  • Don - Sainghin
  • Bauvin - Provin
  • Meurchin
  • Pont-A-Vendin
  • Loison-Sous-Lens
  • Sallaumines
  • Lens
11h 00m 15h 53m 4h 53m TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 12562 - TGV INOUI Brussels 9862
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Tgv Haute Picardie
  • Arras
  • Lille Europe
  • 46 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 43220
  • Seclin
  • Libercourt
  • Dourges
  • Henin-Beaumont
  • Billy-Montigny
  • Lens
13h 04m 17h 50m 4h 46m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6618 - TGV INOUI 6694
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 45 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7047
  • Lille Flandres
  • 22 min
  • Lille Flandres
    TER 43228
  • Seclin
  • Libercourt
  • Dourges
  • Henin-Beaumont
  • Billy-Montigny
  • Lens
14h 04m 18h 02m 3h 58m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6620
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7377
  • Arras
  • Lens
16h 00m 19h 34m 3h 34m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 5192
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Tgv Haute Picardie
  • Arras
  • 22 min
  • Arras
    TER 46555
  • Vimy
  • Avion
  • Lens
16h 04m 20h 02m 3h 58m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6624
  • Le Creusot - Montceau-Les-Mines - Montchanin Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7385
  • Arras
  • Lens
17h 38m 21h 37m 3h 59m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TGV INOUI 6696
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 51 min
  • Paris Nord
    TGV INOUI 7391
  • Arras
  • Lens