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Louvre Museum
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi 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-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 31 trains that leave Brussels-Midi for Paris Gare du Nord on Wed, Jun 03, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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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9338Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $424 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord:
A bus is $88 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $110 (€89).
A bus is $402 (€324) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord costing on average $424 (€342).
Other travel options to Paris Gare du Nord take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 27m.
Bus takes on average 3h 46m.
You'll arrive about 57m sooner (2h 27m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $110 (€89) compared to roughly $80 (€64) 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, Alibus, EuroCity, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCB, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9362 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 6:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9462 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 6:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9464 | 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h33 | 6:46 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9364 | 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h33 | 6:46 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9368 | 5:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 7:13 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9370 | 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h32 | 7:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9474 | 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 8:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9374 | 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 8:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9376 | 7:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h29 | 8:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9476 | 7:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h29 | 8:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9382 | 8:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 9:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9486 | 8:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h32 | 10:15 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9388 | 9:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h26 | 10:42 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
9302 | 6:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h41 | 8:13 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9304 | 7:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 8:36 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9308 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 9:10 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9310 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h32 | 9:45 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9410 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h32 | 9:45 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9414 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h29 | 10:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9316 | 9:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 10:38 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9416 | 9:11 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 10:38 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9422 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h29 | 11:42 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9322 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h29 | 11:42 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9426 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 12:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9326 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 12:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9328 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 12:40 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9428 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 12:40 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9338 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9340 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 2:43 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9440 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h30 | 2:43 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9450 | 2:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 4:10 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
9352 | 3:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h32 | 4:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brussels-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare du Nord — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare du Nord trip today.
World-famous museum with masterpieces including the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and grand palace interiors. Timed tickets are strongly recommended.
Major art museum in a former railway station, celebrated for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections. Advance booking is commonly recommended.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum known for its inside-out architecture and strong permanent collection. Timed entry may be required for exhibitions.
Historic hilltop district of village lanes, artists' corners, stairways, and famous city views. A classic walk near Gare du Nord.
One of Paris's most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and lively pedestrian areas.
Famous grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best for iconic Parisian scale and evening lights.
A classic Parisian toasted ham and cheese sandwich, often topped with béchamel. It is a staple of Paris cafés and brasseries.
A brasserie favorite of grilled steak served with fries. It is one of the most iconic everyday dishes in Paris.
Traditional French onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, broth, bread, and melted cheese. It is especially associated with old Parisian dining.
A modern Paris brasserie with a strong reputation for well-executed French classics, quality ingredients, and a stylish relaxed atmosphere.
A respected traditional restaurant known for French regional cooking, generous portions, and an old-school neighborhood feel near the station area.
Historic-style bouillon near Gare du Nord serving classic French comfort dishes in a lively, affordable brasserie setting.
Prices around Gare du Nord are high for France. Budget eats exist, but hotels, sit-down meals, and drinks are usually pricey.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Midi 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.

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