What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Arras?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Arras is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Arras?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Arras is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Arras. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Arras via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Arras. However, there are services departing from Bruxelles Midi and arriving at Arras via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Brussels to Arras?

The distance between Brussels and Arras is 165 km. The road distance is 152.4 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Arras without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Arras without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €28 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Arras?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Brussels to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Arras bus from?

Brussels to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Arras train from?

Brussels to Arras train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bruxelles Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Arras?

The best way to get from Brussels to Arras is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €28 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Brussels to Arras bus arrive?

Brussels to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Brussels to Arras train arrive?

Brussels to Arras train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Arras is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Brussels to Arras.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Arras?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Arras?

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Where can I stay near Arras?

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Brussels to Arras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Arras by train (TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Lille Europetrain 003C / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
2h 4m
€29–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus FlixBus N781 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 35m
€20–37
Drive 152.4 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Arrascar 152.4 km
1h 39m
€24–34
Train via Brussels-Midi
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
2h 8m
€26–44
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Tournaitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 23m
€24–34

Brussels to Arras by train and foot

15Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.7 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Bruxelles Midi to Arras via Lille Europe and Lille Flandres in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels-North train station to Arras via Lille and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 3h 35m.

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