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Musée Pyrénéen de Lourdes
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
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Cheapest price
$259
Average price
$336
Fastest journey
7h 47m
Average duration
14h 13m
Trains per day
28
Distance
264 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $144.
Distance: 574 miles (924 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$271 Average price | $108 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $352 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 59m Average total duration 16h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Lourdes:
A flight is $37 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Lourdes costing on average $108 (€88).
A flight is $201 (€165) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lourdes costing on average $271 (€223).
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Bus takes on average 16h 29m.
The journey is about 1h 35m faster (9h 9m by train vs 10h 44m by car) and roughly $81 (€67) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($271 (€223) vs $352 (€289)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Lourdes trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9322+ 8575 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h47 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9422+ 8593 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h44 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 8593 | 10:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h44 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9326+ 8575 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 8h18 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9326+ 8593 | 10:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 12h15 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8575 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h47 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8593 | 11:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h44 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 8593 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 10h14 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9338+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 20h51 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9338+ 3731 | 12:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 20h36 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 8593 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h44 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9440+ 3731 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 20h06 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 8593 | 1:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 9h44 | 10:57 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9462+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h52 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9462+ 3731 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h37 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9362+ 3731 | 4:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h37 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9464+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h21 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9364+ 3731 | 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h06 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9464+ 3731 | 5:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 16h06 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9368+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 5:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h51 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9368+ 3731 | 5:43 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h36 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9370+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h21 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 3731 | 6:13 PM Brussels-Midi | 15h06 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 3731 | 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h37 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 6:42 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h52 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9476+ 3731 | 7:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h03 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9376+ 3731 | 7:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h03 | 9:19 AM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9376+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 7:16 PM Brussels-Midi | 14h18 | 9:34 AM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
9304+ 8572 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h47 | 3:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9304+ 8507+ 14155 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h08 | 6:21 PM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9304+ 8575 | 7:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h47 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9308+ 8575 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 11h18 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9308+ 8572 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h18 | 3:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9308+ 8507+ 14155 | 7:42 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h39 | 6:21 PM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9410+ 8575 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h47 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9410+ 8507+ 14155 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h08 | 6:21 PM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9310+ 8575 | 8:13 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h47 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 8575 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 10h17 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 8507+ 14155 | 8:43 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h38 | 6:21 PM Lourdes station | 2 transfers | |
9316+ 8575 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h44 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 8575 | 9:16 AM Brussels-Midi | 9h44 | 7:00 PM Lourdes station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brussels to Lourdes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $144 (€118) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 574 miles (924 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 574 miles (924 km) |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 (€118) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 6:52 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Wax museum with life-size scenes from Bernadette’s story and the life of Christ. Popular with pilgrims seeking an easy visual introduction.
Museum retracing Bernadette’s life, the apparitions, and Lourdes in the 19th century. Helpful for visitors wanting historical context before the sanctuary.
Main processional esplanade in front of the basilicas. A grand pedestrian area that captures the scale and atmosphere of Lourdes pilgrimage.
Green riverside route running through Lourdes, ideal for a peaceful walk away from the busiest pilgrimage streets and traffic.
Historic market square and local gathering place in the old town. Worth visiting for its everyday atmosphere and central location.
A hearty Pyrenean stew of white beans, confit duck, pork and sausage. It is a regional classic that reflects southwest France’s rustic mountain cooking.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, prized across Gascony and the Hautes-Pyrénées for its rich flavor and traditional preservation method.
A thick cabbage-based soup with beans, potatoes and often duck confit or ham. It is a comforting Bigorre and Pyrenean staple in colder months.
Traditional French restaurant known for southwest regional dishes and a warm, classic setting near the sanctuary area.
Established hotel restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and attentive service in an elegant dining room.
Well-regarded casual French restaurant serving regional specialties, grills and generous plates in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: pilgrim demand can raise hotel prices in peak season, but dining is fairly reasonable and Lourdes is walkable, keeping local transport costs low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Lourdes -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Lourdes trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Lourdes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi 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 options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Lourdes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Navarre, Restaurant Alexandra
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lourdes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lourdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lourdes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Sauveur, Hotel Panorama, Hotel Roissy.
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