How far is it from Paris to Lens?

The distance between Paris and Lens is 124 mi by road.

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

The drive from Paris to Lens takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.

The fastest route from Paris to Lens covers 124 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.

Lens lies roughly to the north of Paris.

The drive from Paris to Lens mainly follows A 1.

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

Distance: 124 miDuration: 2 h 20 min

Driving from Paris to Lens takes about 2 h 20 min via A 1. The distance is 124 mi. The straight-line distance is 111 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Aubervilliers, Pantin, Compiègne, Arras. Driving directions

Driving directions35 · 124 mi

The return trip from Lens to Paris covers roughly the same distance, 124 mi.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 16 August 2026.

How far is it from Paris to Lens?: The distance between Paris and Lens is 124 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Paris to Lens?: The drive from Paris to Lens takes approximately 2 h 20 min by car.
What is the best route from Paris to Lens?: The fastest route from Paris to Lens covers 124 mi with a driving time of approximately 2 h 20 min.
Which direction is Lens from Paris?: Lens lies roughly to the north of Paris.
Which roads does the route from Paris to Lens follow?: The drive from Paris to Lens mainly follows A 1.
Which towns do you pass between Paris and Lens?: Towns on the route from Paris to Lens include Argenteuil, Chelles, Compiègne, Arras.