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Trip Summary
You can pick from 9 daily train trips between Saint-Gilles and Lens. The average train journey from Saint-Gilles to Lens takes one hour and 52 minutes, but some SNCF TGV train trips are as short as one hour and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 72 mi (115 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 33m |
| Lowest price | $46.21 |
| Most frequent service | SNCF TGV |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Saint-Gilles to Lens?
2 train services operate from Saint-Gilles to Lens. SNCF TGV usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
TER (transport express regional) is part of SNCF Voyageurs, the state-owned company responsible for passenger rail services in France. Its trains have single-level and double-decker cars, all with complimentary onboard WiFi and access to a refreshment car serving snacks, meals, and drinks.
SNCF TGV trains travel across France to cities like Paris, Bordeaux, Marseilles, Strasbourg, and Lille. SNCF TGV also has international connections in Switzerland and Belgium. You can choose between standard and first-class seating on single and double-deck cars when buying a ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Saint-Gilles to Lens. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Saint-Gilles at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Saint-Gilles?
Main departure station: Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
There is one train station in Saint-Gilles.
All train stations in Saint-Gilles:
Brussels-Midi/Zuid Station
Where is the train station in Lens?
Main arrival station: Gare de Lens
Lens has one train station.
Train stations in Lens:
Gare de Lens
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