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Musée de la Mine et du Développement Durable - Bois-du-Luc
Flagship museum on local daily life and industrial memory, set in a remarkable former bathhouse at the UNESCO mining site.
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to La Louvière is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to La Louvière will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
Of the 6 trains that leave Paris for La Louvière on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to La Louvière among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €230 Average price | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to La Louvière:
A bus is €80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to La Louvière costing on average €106.
A bus is €204 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to La Louvière costing on average €230.
Other travel options to La Louvière take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
Flight takes on average 6h 8m.
You'll arrive about 1h 1m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 3h 18m by car). Tickets start at around €106 compared to roughly €59 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.
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 Paris to La Louvière trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9309+ 3430 | 7:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h53 | 10:16 AM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9409+ 3430 | 7:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h59 | 10:22 AM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9309+ 3430 | 7:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h59 | 10:22 AM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9409+ 3430 | 7:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h53 | 10:16 AM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9315+ 3431 | 8:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 11:16 AM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9315+ 3431 | 8:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 11:22 AM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9321+ 3432 | 9:24 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h58 | 12:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9321+ 3432 | 9:24 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h52 | 12:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9423+ 3433 | 9:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h21 | 1:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9423+ 3433 | 9:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h27 | 1:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9333+ 3434 | 11:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 2:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9333+ 3434 | 11:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 2:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9339+ 3435 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 3:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9439+ 3435 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h54 | 3:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9439+ 3435 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 3:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9339+ 3435 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h54 | 3:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9341+ 3436 | 12:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h27 | 4:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9341+ 3436 | 12:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h21 | 4:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9451+ 3437 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 5:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9351+ 3437 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 5:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9351+ 3437 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h54 | 5:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9451+ 3437 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h54 | 5:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9459+ 3438 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h23 | 6:18 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9359+ 3438 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h23 | 6:18 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9359+ 3438 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h28 | 6:23 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9459+ 3438 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h28 | 6:23 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9363+ 3439 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 7:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9363+ 3439 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 7:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9463+ 3439 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 7:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9463+ 3439 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 7:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9369+ 3440 | 5:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 8:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9369+ 3440 | 5:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 8:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9375+ 3441 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 9:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9375+ 3441 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 9:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9475+ 3441 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 9:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9475+ 3441 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 9:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9381+ 3442 | 7:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 10:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9481+ 3442 | 7:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h57 | 10:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9381+ 3442 | 7:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 10:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9481+ 3442 | 7:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h51 | 10:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
9387+ 3443 | 8:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 3h00 | 11:22 PM La Louvière-South | 1 transfer | |
9387+ 3443 | 8:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h54 | 11:16 PM La Louvière-Centre | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Paris to La Louvière run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
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Discover the best of La Louvière — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Louvière trip today.
Flagship museum on local daily life and industrial memory, set in a remarkable former bathhouse at the UNESCO mining site.
Contemporary art center with changing exhibitions by Belgian and international artists in a striking former industrial complex.
Interpretation space inside the giant boat lift, explaining canal engineering, navigation, and the region's industrial transformation.
Linear walking area beside the UNESCO canal lifts, ideal for peaceful industrial landscapes, photography, and heritage discovery.
Historic workers' settlement around Bois-du-Luc, notable for its urban planning, social history, and unique industrial atmosphere.
Large landscaped domain around the boat lift, offering broad views, waterside paths, and one of the area's most impressive panoramas.
Tarte al djote is a Walloon savory pie with beet greens, cheese and butter. It is a regional classic in nearby Hainaut and commonly enjoyed around La Louvière.
Boudin blanc is a mild white sausage, often served with apple sauce or mashed potatoes. It is a beloved Belgian comfort food found in local brasseries.
Carbonnade flamande is beef slowly braised in Belgian beer with onions. It is a national staple that locals prize for its rich sweet-savory sauce.
Refined French-Belgian dining in an elegant setting, known for seasonal menus and careful presentation. Suitable for a higher-end meal in La Louvière.
Popular brasserie style spot serving Belgian and Italian dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. A reliable casual choice for local favorites and generous portions.
Well-known local grill and brasserie with a straightforward menu, hearty meat dishes and a convivial atmosphere suited to everyday dining.
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Brussels; local transit is affordable and daily costs suit mid-range travelers.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is fine.
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La Louvière-South -> Place Communale, La Louvière
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to La Louvière 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 La Louvière, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to La Louvière trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at La Louviere-Sud. Use this guide to compare Paris and La Louvière train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
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.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
La Louviere-Sud is 2 km from La Louvière city centre. Public transport options include:
La Louviere-Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Louviere-Sud.
ATMs are available at La Louviere-Sud.
Available at La Louviere-Sud: Parking.
Available at La Louviere-Sud: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Louviere-Sud.
La Louviere-Centre is 1 km from La Louvière city centre. Public transport options include:
La Louviere-Centre has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Louviere-Centre.
ATMs are available at La Louviere-Centre.
Available at La Louviere-Centre: Parking.
Available at La Louviere-Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Louviere-Centre.
Bracquegnies is 4 km from La Louvière city centre. Public transport options include:
Bracquegnies has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Bracquegnies.
ATMs are available at Bracquegnies.
Available at Bracquegnies: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bracquegnies.
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