- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price on Oct 15
$12
Average ticket price on Oct 15
$29
Fastest journey on Oct 15
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
3 h 48 m
Buses on Oct 15
29
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Paris will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 29 buses from Brussels to Paris, including 29 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m 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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50326Buses from Brussels to Paris run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:11AM | Arrival Time 07:24AM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Paris buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:30 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h15 | 5:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 6:00 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
50449 | 2:35 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 5h05 | 7:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h10 | 7:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h10 | 8:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50326 | 6:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h50 | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50320 | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 11:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h10 | 11:50 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
1430 | 8:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 12:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50917 | 9:30 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
98083 | 9:50 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 5h25 | 3:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 2:40 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 6h25 | 5:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 3:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50324 | 11:30 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h50 | 3:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50310 | 12:05 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 4:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1646 | 1:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h20 | 5:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h10 | 5:50 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
50332 | 2:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h05 | 6:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 7:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1444 | 4:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h10 | 8:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1660 | 4:35 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h50 | 8:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 8:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h15 | 9:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1408 | 5:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h45 | 9:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h00 | 10:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50338 | 7:05 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 3h45 | 10:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 4h40 | 12:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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By Sara Mastellone

The bus from Brussels to Paris is one of those routes that feels immediately easy and ideal for crossing an international border. It’s affordable, direct, and surprisingly comfortable for a medium-distance journey between two major capitals.

Relaxing in the Luxembourg Gardens.
The journey takes about 3 to 4 hours, depending on traffic, covering roughly 300 kilometers (186 miles). Buses usually depart from Brussels Nord or Midi stations and arrive in Paris at stations like Gare de Bercy Seine. Easy and practical!
This time I booked my ticket through Omio, which made comparing different bus operators and departure times very straightforward. I liked being able to quickly filter options based on duration and price without overthinking the trip and receive my ticket immediately on my smartphone.
Brussels Nord is a big and really busy station, but is easy to navigate. I arrived early, found my platform, and had time to grab a last waffle before boarding.
Arriving in Paris could feel different depending on your arrival station, but Bercy Seine is well connected by metro, so getting into the city is quick and simple and you can immediately start to breathe a bit of Parisian atmosphere!
Buses between the two capitals run frequently throughout the day, often every 30-60 minutes depending on the operator.
The bus I ended up on was comfortable, with reclining seats and Wi-Fi available. I spent most of the trip relaxing and watching the countryside pass by, it was very exciting to think about the visit to Paris that I would be taking soon.
I found this ticket really convenient: I paid around €20 for my ticket, though prices can vary between €10 and €35 depending on timing.
| Item | Cost (eur) |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | €20 |
| Food & drinks | €5 |
| Travel to departure station | €2 |
| Travel from arrival station | €3 |
| Total | € 30 |
The Brussels to Paris bus is a practical and budget-friendly way to travel between two capitals - simple, direct, and efficient: what more could you desire from a connection?
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Paris Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Châtelet, Paris
An average of 60 bus connections from Brussels to Paris leave the Belgian city every day. Direct and indirect bus routes are available, with journey times ranging from 3 hours and 45 minutes up to just under 8 hours.
The main operators between Brussels and Paris are Eurolines, Flixbus, and Ouibus. Eurolines offers the largest number of direct bus connections, although each provider offers both direct and indirect routes.
The fastest bus service from Brussels to Paris will arrive in 3 hours and 45 minutes. Indirect buses can require 1, 2, or - in rare cases - 3 separate changes. Ouibus offers the most indirect routes, and a common changeover destination for this provider is Lille. Indirect journey times can range from just under 5 hours to just under 8.
Overall, roughly 60 buses traveling from Brussels to Paris depart every day, with 420 journeying every week. Departures start in the very early hours with the first one departing at around 1:30 a.m. with an average of 2 to 3 departures per hour in the following morning hours. Departure times tend to pick up in frequency from the late morning onwards, with between 7 and 8 departures per hour up until the last departure at around 9:00 p.m.
Departure bus station: There are a number of different departure locations for bus services from Brussels to Paris. The main departure locations are Gare du Nord, Zaventem at Brussels airport, and Gare du Midi. Both Gare du Nord and Gare du Midi are centrally located and are both primarily train stations. As such they offer a number of facilities including a mini market, restaurants and bars.
Arrival bus station: Passengers traveling on buses from Brussels to Paris may disembark in a number of locations including Saint-Denis University, Quai de Bercy, Charles de Gaulle airport and Orly-Sud. However, the main bus terminal for the city is Gare Routière Internacionale Gallieni Bus terminal. It offers a number of facilities and services including an ATM, toilet, luggage storage, and a coffee bar.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Paris by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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