- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
12 h 1 m
Average duration
12 h 49 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
762 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Brussels will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux to Brussels without transferring at least once.
3160 · 50100
95926 · 1466
3162 · 1433
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
4004 · 1657
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
95926 · 1466
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 473 miles (762 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $230 Average price | $211 Average price | $268 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Brussels:
A bus is $153 (€124) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Brussels costing on average $211 (€171).
A bus is $172 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Brussels costing on average $230 (€186).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Bus takes on average 12h 10m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $268 (€217) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $210 (€170). The journey takes 12h 10m versus 9h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:13AM | Duration 12h48 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h01 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Brussels buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 16h45 | 8:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 17h05 | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 15h25 | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h45 | 12:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 16h50 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
4004 · 1657 | 11:59 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 12h01 | 12:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
95926 · 1466 | 12:05 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h25 | 1:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h20 | 12:45 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h40 | 3:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h25 | 3:35 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
3162 · 1433 | 4:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h30 | 5:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h55 | 5:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 50100 | 7:20 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h30 | 8:50 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 16h00 | 1:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Brussels run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 473 miles (762 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 473 miles (762 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Brussels -> Brussels Central Station, Brussels
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