- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bruges to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Paris will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 7 buses that leave Bruges for Paris on Mon, May 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $146.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price | $372 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Bruges to Paris:
A bus is $92 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Paris costing on average $133 (€107).
A bus is $332 (€268) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Paris costing on average $372 (€301).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 22m by bus vs 3h 29m by car) and save roughly $42 (€34) compared to fuel and tolls ($40 (€33) vs $82 (€66)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Paris buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 4h25 | 11:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 4h20 | 1:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 4h25 | 2:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 5h35 | 10:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 4h55 | 10:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50576 | 5:50 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 5h00 | 10:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bruges to Paris run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:21, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 2:21 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
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Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its bold inside-out architecture and strong international collection. Popular with visitors interested in 20th-century art.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, viewpoints, and the Sacré-Cœur. A classic area for wandering and photography.
One of Paris’s most popular neighborhoods, mixing historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and museums. Excellent for walking and people-watching.
World-famous avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for monumental scale, flagship stores, and national celebrations.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a boulangerie.
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A beloved French bistro staple of steak served with fries, common on Paris menus and emblematic of casual dining.
Iconic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon offering classic French cuisine in an opulent historic dining room.
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Well-known crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and artisanal cider in a stylish but relaxed setting.
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Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is fine; round up taxis.
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