Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord

Showing times and prices for Aug 27

Cheapest price

€49

Average price

€103

Fastest journey

1 h 26 m

Average duration

1 h 26 m

Trains per day

28

Distance

261 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.

Fast trains

Of the 28 trains that leave Brussels-Central for Paris Gare du Nord on Thu, Aug 27, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Aug 27 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .

On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.

  • Eurostar9302
    6:32 AM1h33
    Brussels-Midi
    8:05 AMParis Gare du Nord
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9304
    7:09 AM1h26
    Brussels-Midi
    8:35 AMParis Gare du Nord
    €791One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9462
    4:42 PM1h30
    Brussels-Midi
    6:12 PMParis Gare du Nord
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9410
    8:13 AM1h26
    Brussels-Midi
    9:39 AMParis Gare du Nord
    €821One-way
    0 transfers
  • Eurostar9464
    5:16 PM1h32
    Brussels-Midi
    6:48 PMParis Gare du Nord
    €951One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €62.

Distance: 162 miles (261 km)

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Driving

€98

Average price

€18

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Cheapest

€412

Average price

€65

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 51m

Average total duration

4h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 30m

Average total duration

3h 30m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord:

A bus is €80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average €98.

A bus is €393 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average €412.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is by train with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 30m.

Bus takes on average 4h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels-Central and Paris Gare du Nord including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2h 2m sooner (1h 30m by train vs 3h 32m by car). Tickets start at around €98 compared to roughly €65 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Eurostar, EuroCity.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Eurostar94401:13 PM Brussels-Midi
1h26
2:39 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93401:13 PM Brussels-Midi
1h26
2:39 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94502:43 PM Brussels-Midi
1h26
4:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93523:16 PM Brussels-Midi
1h28
4:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93624:42 PM Brussels-Midi
1h30
6:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93645:16 PM Brussels-Midi
1h32
6:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94645:16 PM Brussels-Midi
1h32
6:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93706:13 PM Brussels-Midi
1h32
7:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94746:42 PM Brussels-Midi
1h35
8:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93746:42 PM Brussels-Midi
1h35
8:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94767:13 PM Brussels-Midi
1h27
8:40 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93767:13 PM Brussels-Midi
1h27
8:40 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93828:16 PM Brussels-Midi
1h28
9:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94868:43 PM Brussels-Midi
1h36
10:19 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93889:16 PM Brussels-Midi
1h27
10:43 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93026:32 AM Brussels-Midi
1h33
8:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93047:09 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
8:35 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93108:13 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
9:39 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94108:13 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
9:39 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94148:43 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
10:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93148:43 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
10:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar94169:16 AM Brussels-Midi
1h32
10:48 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar93169:16 AM Brussels-Midi
1h32
10:48 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar942210:17 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
11:43 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar932210:17 AM Brussels-Midi
1h26
11:43 AM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar942811:13 AM Brussels-Midi
1h31
12:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar932811:13 AM Brussels-Midi
1h31
12:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect
Eurostar933812:43 PM Brussels-Midi
1h28
2:11 PM Paris Gare du Nord0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord trains with Omio?

Eurostar as well as Alibus, SNCF | TGV INOUI, EuroCity and more offer trains services from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
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Why book with Omio vs Eurostar?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Eurostar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alibus, SNCF | TGV INOUI or EuroCity to find the best option for your trip from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alibus, SNCF | TGV INOUI or EuroCity to find the best option for your trip from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord?

The best time to book your train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord

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FranceFrance
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Trains from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 1h 20m.

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
Bus from €8
Distance
162 miles (261 km)
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 20m
First train
4:02 AM
Last train
5:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
70 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
Bus from €8

Train companies: Eurostar from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord trainsEurostar trains will get you between Brussels-Central and Paris Gare du Nord from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
€25
Eurostar frequency
34 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris Gare du Nord, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €25, while the average price is around €98.
The train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord takes 1h 20m and runs 13 per day.
The distance by train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is 162 miles (261 km).
The first train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord leaves at 4:02 AM.
The last train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord leaves at 5:55 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
Yes, there is a direct train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Eurostar, EuroCity.
Yes, there is a night train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
The cheapest way to get from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is by bus, with a cost of around €8.
The train journey from Bruxelles-Central to Paris Gare du Nord primarily focuses on efficiency and speed, passing through urban and industrial landscapes, making it more practical than scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Bruxelles-Central to Paris Gare du Nord is feasible with a travel time of 1h 20m and a distance of 162 miles (261 km). With 19 trains running per day, there are ample options for a return journey.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord.
Since both Brussels-Central and Paris Gare du Nord 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.
Popular day trips by train from Paris Gare du Nord include Beauvais, Amiens, Valenciennes, Arras, Creil.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
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.
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.

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Popular train stations from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord

Most Brussels-Central to Paris Gare du Nord trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Central and Paris Gare du Nord train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brussels
Arrival train stations in Paris
Bruxelles-CentralCarr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium+32 25282828WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre

Bus29, 63, 65, 66, 87, 89 · 5m · €3 · every ~17 min
Subway1, 5 · 1m · €3 · every ~38 min

Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services

Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.

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