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The cheapest and fastest buses from Douai to Paris
Showing times and prices for Jun 22
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
176 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Douai to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Douai to Paris will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Douai to Paris without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM5h35Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault)4:20 PMParis, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne)$741One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM7h40Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault)6:25 PMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)$791One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM5h35Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault)4:20 PMParis, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne)$741One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM7h40Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault)6:25 PMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)$791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Douai to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Douai to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Douai to Paris is a train with an average price of $35 (€29).
This is compared to other travel options from Douai to Paris:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Douai to Paris costing on average $54 (€44).
The fastest way to travel from Douai to Paris is by train with an average journey time of 1h 39m.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Douai and Paris including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Douai to Paris among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (2h 15m by bus vs 2h 30m by car) and save roughly $8 (€7) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $62 (€51)). 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 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.
Douai to Paris Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Douai to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Douai to Paris buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault) | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault) | 7h40 | 6:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Noyelles-Godault, Avenue de la République (Godault) | 5h50 | 4:35 PM Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Douai to Paris
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Buses from Douai to Paris run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $15 (€12)
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $15 (€12)
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Douai to ParisYou can travel by bus between Douai to Paris with BlaBlaCar for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Complete guide to Paris
Things to do in Paris
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
- Must visit
Musée d'Orsay
A Former railway station turned museum, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection including Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
- Recommended
Centre Pompidou
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, famous for its inside-out architecture and strong international collection. A top choice for modern art fans.
- Must visit
Montmartre
A Hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, staircases, and cinematic city views. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
- Must visit
Le Marais
A Historic neighborhood mixing elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets. Popular with both locals and visitors for wandering.
- Must visit
Champs-Élysées
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for grand urban scenery and flagship stores.
- Vegetarian
Croissant
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a neighborhood boulangerie.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Baguette Tradition
The iconic Paris loaf with a crisp crust and chewy crumb, central to daily meals and protected by French baking tradition.
Soupe à l’oignon
Classic onion soup enriched with stock and topped with bread and melted cheese, a long-standing Paris bistro favorite.
Epicure
Luxury fine-dining restaurant at Le Bristol Paris, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional service, and elegant surroundings.
Le Comptoir du Relais
Well-known Saint-Germain bistro celebrated for polished classic French cooking in an intimate, bustling setting.
Bistrot Paul Bert
Established Paris bistro famous for steak frites and traditional seasonal dishes with a warm neighborhood feel.
Euro
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining. Bakeries, markets, and lunch menus help keep daily costs lower.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for a bakery item, kebab, or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-40 per person for a casual restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 80+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 2.50-5 for an espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
Bonjour RATP
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 2.50 EUR
- Day pass
- 12.00 EUR
To the city center
Paris, Quai De Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Gare Du Nord, Paris
- Distance
- 5 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Use Île-de-France Mobilités or Bonjour RATP to buy and store tickets on your phone before boarding.
- On Paris buses and trams, contactless bank card payment is generally not available directly onboard; buy tickets in advance or use a mobile ticket.
FAQs: Bus from Douai to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Douai 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Douai to Paris can start from as little as $23 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Douai to Paris is $54 (€44) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Douai to Paris is 5h 50m to travel the 109 miles (176 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Douai to Paris leaves at 12:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Douai to Paris leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Douai to Paris with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Douai to Paris, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Paris. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Douai and Paris and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Paris from Douai is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Douai to Paris is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Douai and Paris including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Douai to Paris.
No, the bus from Douai to Paris has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Paris are:
- Eiffel Tower, an iconic iron lattice tower offering panoramic views of Paris
- Louvre Museum, the world's largest art museum housing thousands of works including the Mona Lisa
- Notre-Dame Cathedral, a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture known for its stunning facade and historical significance
- Sacré-Cœur Basilica, a Roman Catholic church located at the highest point in the city with a striking white exterior
- Arc de Triomphe, a monumental arch honoring those who fought and died for France, located at the top of the Champs-Élysées.
The best things to do in Paris include:
- Montmartre, a historic district known for its bohemian atmosphere and the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur
- Seine River Cruise, a relaxing boat tour providing unique perspectives of the city's famous monuments
- Visit the Latin Quarter, a vibrant area known for its lively atmosphere and historic landmarks
- Explore the Marais, a trendy district filled with boutiques, cafes, and art galleries
- Attend a show at the Moulin Rouge, the famous cabaret known for its extravagant performances.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Douai to Paris.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Douai to Paris.
No, luggage for the bus from Douai to Paris needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Douai to Paris.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Douai to Paris.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Douai to Paris.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Douai to Paris.
Since both Douai and Paris are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Douai to Paris among Omio's users.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Paris, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like metro stations, tourist attractions, and popular shopping streets. Common scams include distraction techniques, such as people asking for signatures on petitions or offering friendship bracelets, which can lead to theft. It's also advisable to be wary of unofficial taxi drivers and avoid unlicensed cabs to prevent overcharging. Staying alert in busy places and safeguarding personal belongings helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Douai to Paris
Douai
Paris
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Quai de BercyWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the station
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station
Public transit options for Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCinformation
Distance to city center
8 kmCar connection
Rond-Point de la DéfenseWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station
Public transit options for Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne)
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
Paris, Porte Maillot
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
5 kmCar connection
Boulevard PershingWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station
Public transit options for Paris, Porte Maillot
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
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