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Musées royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique
Brussels’ major fine arts complex, known for Old Masters, Magritte, and key Belgian works. One of the city’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 6 buses that leave Paris Orly Airport for Brussels-Midi on Sat, Jul 11, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $262.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $454 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi costing on average $90 (€74).
A bus is $428 (€351) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi costing on average $454 (€373).
Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
Flight takes on average 6h 6m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€22) compared to roughly $82 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€45). The journey takes 4h 33m versus 3h 52m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 04:31AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:31AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:31AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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51651 · 51497 | 5:00 PM Orly, Rue Clément Ader (Parking Autocars Orly Ouest) | 5h50 | 10:50 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 4h25 | 1:10 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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4004 · 1657 | 6:31 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h29 | 12:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 5:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h40 | 6:05 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
98080 | 1:40 PM Orly, Rue Clément Ader (Parking Autocars Orly Ouest) | 5h30 | 7:10 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 5h05 | 8:50 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris Orly Airport to Brussels-Midi run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:31, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 4:31 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Bruxelles-Midi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruxelles-Midi trip today.
Brussels’ major fine arts complex, known for Old Masters, Magritte, and key Belgian works. One of the city’s essential museum visits.
A leading collection dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, drawings, and archives by Belgium’s most famous surrealist artist.
A branch of the Royal Museums of Art and History set inside Brussels’ last remaining medieval city gate, with exhibits on the city’s defenses and history.
A landscaped urban viewpoint and promenade offering one of the classic panoramas over central Brussels, especially popular for photos.
A historic working-class district near Bruxelles-Midi, loved for antique shops, urban character, and a more local, less polished side of Brussels.
A lively square in the Marolles known for its daily flea market, vintage finds, and strong neighborhood atmosphere.
Mussels served with fries, one of Belgium’s most iconic meals and a classic brasserie staple in Brussels.
A traditional Belgian beef stew slowly braised with dark beer, known for its rich sweet-savory flavor.
A rustic Brussels side dish of mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or meat.
A historic fine-dining restaurant near Bruxelles-Midi, famous for refined Belgian cuisine and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
A well-known restaurant celebrated for moules-frites and other Belgian classics, with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
A popular traditional eatery serving generous portions of Belgian comfort food such as carbonnade and stoemp in a lively setting.
Prices are moderate by Western European standards. Budget eats are manageable, but hotels and central restaurants cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafés.
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