- Must visit
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valenciennes to Brussels will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 buses that leave Valenciennes for Brussels on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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 train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes 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 train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Valenciennes to Brussels:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to Brussels costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 33m.
You'll arrive about -1h -2m sooner (1h 33m by bus vs 1h 31m by car) and save roughly $-3.16 (€-2.56) compared to fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $19 (€15)). 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, FlixBus.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Valenciennes to Brussels buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Valenciennes | 3h05 | 7:35 PM Brussels | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Valenciennes to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:15, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 7:15 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
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Major museum complex with Old Masters, Magritte works, and Belgian art; one of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Dedicated to René Magritte, with the world’s largest collection of his surrealist works in a central historic setting.
Celebrated museum in an Art Nouveau building, known for its global instrument collection and audio-guided displays.
Popular cultural hill and viewpoint linking the upper and lower city, especially photogenic at sunset.
Historic covered arcade of elegant passages, shops, and architecture, often highlighted in social media imagery.
Stylish square known for antiques, refined atmosphere, and easy access to nearby churches and museums.
Brussels classic of mussels steamed with white wine, celery, onions, or cream, served with crisp fries. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
Traditional Belgian beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark beer, often slightly sweet-sour and served with fries or bread. A staple in Brussels brasseries.
Rustic mashed potatoes mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks, or spinach, often served with sausage or meat. The base preparation is a classic local side dish.
One of Brussels’ most famous fine-dining restaurants, celebrated for refined Belgian and French cuisine in an elegant Art Nouveau setting.
Respected restaurant specializing in carefully prepared Belgian cuisine and strong beer pairings, with a cozy, polished brasserie feel.
Well-known old-school restaurant serving generous Belgian specialties such as carbonnade, stoemp, and sausage in a rustic, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and transport are manageable, but central hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; no tip is expected for bars or cafés.
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