There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Paris by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Paris is to rideshare which costs 18€ - 20€ and takes 3h 46m.
The quickest way to get from Brussels to Paris is to train which costs 75€ - 160€ and takes 1h 27m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bruxelles, Nord and arriving at Paris, Gallieni. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.
The distance between Brussels and Paris is 264 km. The road distance is 301.7 km.
The best way to get from Brussels to Paris without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs 75€ - 160€.
The train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nord takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Brussels to Paris bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, depart from Bruxelles, Nord station.
Brussels to Paris train services, operated by Thalys, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
The best way to get from Brussels to Paris is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs 75€ - 160€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 16€ - 30€ and takes 4h, you could also fly, which costs 80€ - 320€ and takes 2h 50m.
- Distance: 263.9 km
- Duration: 1h 27m
What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Paris, France?
Thalys operates a train from Brussels to Paris every 30 minutes. Tickets cost 75€ - 160€ and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, Eurolines FR operates a bus from Brussels to Paris Gallieni hourly. Tickets cost 21€ - 30€ and the journey takes 4h. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a day.
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Brussels to Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 280€ - 1100€
- Phone
- +32 70 66 77 88
- Website
- thalys.com
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 75€ - 160€
- Website
- Thalys
- Standard
- 75€ - 110€
- Comfort
- 90€ - 120€
- Premium
- 110€ - 160€
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Bruxelles, Nord to Paris, Gallieni
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 30€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- [email protected]
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Brussels, Brussels-North station to Paris, Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 20€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Brussels to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 46m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 18€ - 20€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Brussels Airport to Paris CDG Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.
Brussels to Paris bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, arrive at Paris, Gallieni station.
Brussels to Paris train services, operated by Thalys, arrive at Paris Nord station.
Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Paris is 302 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Brussels to Paris.
Brussels Airlines offers flights from Brussels Airport to Paris CDG Airport.
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Book your Brussels to Paris bus tickets online with Busbud and FlixBus.
There are 3886+ hotels available in Paris. Prices start at 87€ per night.
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels and Paris. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
The best way to get from Brussels to Brussels Airport is to train which takes 12 min and costs 7€ - 18€.