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

The cheapest way to get from France to Brussels is to bus which costs €10 - €28 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €45 - €160.

Is there a direct train between France and Brussels?

No, there is no direct train from France to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Cité and arriving at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from France to Brussels?

The distance between France and Brussels is 311 km. The road distance is 295.7 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €45 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from France to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Brussels train from?

France to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from France to Brussels?

The best way to get from France to Brussels is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €45 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €28 and takes 4h 41m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €250 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the France to Brussels train arrive?

France to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from France to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Brussels is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from France to Brussels.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1775+ hotels available in Brussels.

Can I share a ride from France to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between France and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

France to Brussels - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 10 ways to get from France to Brussels by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
1h 55m
€48–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Brussels - Midi Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 41m
€11–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Paris to Brusselsrideshare 295.2 km
3h 42m
€19
Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
2h 54m
€94–241
Train via Châtelet les Halles
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuidtrain Eurostar
2h 5m
€26–164
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Paris to Brussels Southbus 807 / ...
5h 29m
€12–38
Drive 295.7 km
1. Drive from Paris to Brusselscar 295.7 km
3h 21m
€45–65
Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
1. Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane TLS - BRU
4h 23m
€86–218
Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane LYS - BRU
4h 22m
€88–235
Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane NCE - BRU
4h 34m
€57–184

France to Brussels by subway and train

240Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.9 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between France and Brussels, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi hourly. Tickets cost €45–150 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Brussels - Midi Train Station hourly. Tickets cost €8–25 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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