The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€104
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord 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 Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 32 trains that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Brussels-Midi on Mon, Aug 24, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 260 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
93939:25 PM1h44Paris Gare du Nord11:09 PMBrussels-Midi€701One-way0 transfers
7591 · 98828:25 PM2h24Paris Gare du Nord10:49 PMBrussels-Midi€731One-way1 transfer
94512:15 PM1h33Paris Gare du Nord3:48 PMBrussels-Midi€821One-way0 transfers
93715:44 PM1h36Paris Gare du Nord7:20 PMBrussels-Midi€821One-way0 transfers
93878:16 PM1h34Paris Gare du Nord9:50 PMBrussels-Midi€821One-way0 transfers
93178:28 AM1h28Paris Gare du Nord9:56 AMBrussels-Midi€1091One-way0 transfers
932910:47 AM1h30Paris Gare du Nord12:17 PMBrussels-Midi€1091One-way0 transfers
933311:23 AM1h30Paris Gare du Nord12:53 PMBrussels-Midi€951One-way0 transfers
942910:47 AM1h30Paris Gare du Nord12:17 PMBrussels-Midi€951One-way0 transfers
93817:19 PM1h32Paris Gare du Nord8:51 PMBrussels-Midi€1091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €115.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€75 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €235 Average price | €64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi:
A bus is €57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi costing on average €75.
A bus is €217 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi costing on average €235.
Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (2h 32m by train vs 3h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €75 compared to roughly €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).
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
Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9451 | 1:50 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 3:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9351 | 1:50 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 3:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9359 | 3:19 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h41 | 5:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9459 | 3:19 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h41 | 5:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9463 | 3:49 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h45 | 5:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9363 | 3:49 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h45 | 5:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9371 | 5:15 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h45 | 7:00 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9387 | 7:51 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h43 | 9:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9487 | 7:51 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h43 | 9:34 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9393 | 8:54 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h46 | 10:40 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9303 | 6:13 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h34 | 7:47 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9309 | 7:14 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h34 | 8:48 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9409 | 7:14 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h34 | 8:48 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9411 | 7:46 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h34 | 9:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9315 | 8:15 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h35 | 9:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9317 | 8:28 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h28 | 9:56 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9321 | 8:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h46 | 10:41 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9423 | 9:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h33 | 11:20 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9429 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h30 | 12:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9329 | 10:47 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h30 | 12:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9333 | 11:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h30 | 12:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9435 | 11:48 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h34 | 1:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9339 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h35 | 1:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9439 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h35 | 1:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi
Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 7:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Alibus, EuroCity, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi trainsEurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Alibus, EuroCity, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare du Nord and Brussels-Midi from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi 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 Brussels-Midi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi
Most Paris Gare du Nord to Brussels-Midi trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare du Nord and Brussels-Midi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi 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 and drink
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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
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