- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
372 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orléans to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Brussels will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 6 buses that leave Orléans for Brussels on Sun, Jun 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 372 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Orléans to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 231 miles (372 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $305 Average price | $124 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Orléans to Brussels:
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orléans to Brussels costing on average $124 (€101).
A bus is $275 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orléans to Brussels costing on average $305 (€249).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 27m.
Bus takes on average 6h 26m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:13AM | Duration 6h13 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Brussels buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:35 PM Orléans | 6h55 | 9:30 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Orléans | 6h50 | 10:35 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Orléans | 7h35 | 1:05 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:30 AM Orléans | 6h00 | 11:30 AM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Orléans | 6h00 | 12:30 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Orléans | 6h25 | 1:45 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Orléans to Brussels run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 231 miles (372 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 231 miles (372 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
A major complex of art museums covering Flemish masters, Old Masters, and modern art. One of Brussels' essential cultural visits for its scale and national importance.
Dedicated to René Magritte, this museum holds the world's largest collection of his works. It is a standout stop for surrealism lovers and one of Brussels' most famous museums.
A contemporary art museum known for street art, digital culture, and youth-oriented exhibitions. It became especially popular with younger visitors and on social media.
A landscaped cultural hill linking the upper and lower city, known for its formal gardens and classic skyline view. It is one of Brussels' best walking and photography spots.
A beautiful 19th-century covered arcade with elegant glass roofing and historic atmosphere. It is one of the city's most photogenic and fashionable passages.
A grand urban park laid out around monumental buildings and the Cinquantenaire Arch. Ideal for a walk, photos, and combining with nearby museums.
Brussels’ classic pairing of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic and widely loved meals.
A traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. It is a staple of local brasserie cuisine.
A comforting Brussels side dish of mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat.
Well-regarded Belgian restaurant serving regional classics, strong beer pairings, and seasonal ingredients in a cozy, old-Brussels dining room.
One of Brussels’ landmark fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian-influenced cuisine, polished service, and an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near Sainte-Catherine known for generous Belgian comfort food, beer-based stews, and an unfussy, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Beer, waffles, and transit are reasonable; hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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