How far is it from Colombes to Lens?

The distance between Colombes and Lens is 201 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Colombes to Lens?

The drive from Colombes to Lens takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

The fastest route from Colombes to Lens covers 201 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.

Lens lies roughly to the north of Colombes.

The drive from Colombes to Lens mainly follows A 16, A 1. The longest single stretch is 133 km on A 16.

Towns on the route from Colombes to Lens include Paris, Chelles, Compiègne, Arras.

Along the route from Colombes to Lens you can fill up at Esso (24/7), BP (24/7), Intermarché (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Distance: 201 kmDrive time: 2 h 15 min

Driving from Colombes to Lens takes about 2 h 15 min via A 16. The distance is 201 km. The straight-line distance is 173 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Gennevilliers, Drancy, Compiègne, Arras. Driving directions

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The return trip from Lens to Colombes covers roughly the same distance, 201 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

How far is it from Colombes to Lens?: The distance between Colombes and Lens is 201 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Colombes to Lens?: The drive from Colombes to Lens takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Colombes to Lens?: The fastest route from Colombes to Lens covers 201 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.
Which direction is Lens from Colombes?: Lens lies roughly to the north of Colombes.
Which roads does the route from Colombes to Lens follow?: The drive from Colombes to Lens mainly follows A 16, A 1. The longest single stretch is 133 km on A 16.
Which towns do you pass between Colombes and Lens?: Towns on the route from Colombes to Lens include Paris, Chelles, Compiègne, Arras.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Colombes and Lens?: Along the route from Colombes to Lens you can fill up at Esso (24/7), BP (24/7), Intermarché (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.