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Magritte Museum
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Besançon to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Brussels will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 3 buses that leave Besançon for Brussels every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 419 km distance in an average of 12 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 35 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 419 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £89 Average Price |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Brussels coaches for today, Thursday 27 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:15 Besançon | 11h05 | 10:20 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 August | |||||
![]() | 0:15 Besançon | 11h05 | 11:20 Brussels | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Besançon to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 419 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 419 km |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Brussels — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brussels trip today.
Compact museum dedicated to René Magritte, presenting paintings, archives and context for Belgium’s celebrated Surrealist artist.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish, Belgian and European works, ideal for tracing artistic developments across centuries.
Art Nouveau house designed by Victor Horta, offering an intimate look at architecture, interiors and decorative detail.
Historic square packed with ornate façades, seasonal events and evening illumination; a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
A characterful shopping arcade with glass roof, elegant details and a classic route for a refined walk in the centre.
Landscaped hill with gardens, fountains and one of Brussels’ most rewarding skyline views near the upper town museums.
Moules-frites pairs North Sea mussels with crisp chips. It is a Brussels brasserie classic, especially popular in cooler months.
Stoemp is mashed potatoes mixed with seasonal vegetables, often served with sausage or bacon. It is a comforting Brussels staple.
Carbonnade flamande is a slow-cooked beef and onion stew made with Belgian beer. It is a beloved hearty dish in Brussels cafés.
Refined Belgian dining in the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, known for well-presented regional dishes and a polished atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant famed for mussels, oysters and other Belgian seafood dishes in a lively, classic brasserie setting.
Long-running brasserie serving stoemp, carbonnade and other Belgian staples in an elegant Art Nouveau-inspired dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and restaurants are not cheap, but public transport is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is appreciated in cafés, but not expected.
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Brussels South (Gare du Midi) -> Grand-Place, Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Brussels by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon to Brussels buses use the Besancon, Gare de la Viotte to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels, Gare Du Midi. Use this guide to compare Besançon and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Besancon, Gare de la Viotte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte. ATMs are available at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte.
Ticket office support is available at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte.
Available at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Brussels, Gare Du Midi is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Gare Du Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi. ATMs are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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