The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
Of the 16 trains that leave Brussels-Central for Paris Gare de Lyon every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 264 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 264 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£59 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:03 Brussels-Central | 1h33 | 05:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:43 Brussels-Central | 1h50 | 06:33 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:43 Brussels-Central | 1h22 | 09:05 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:16 Brussels-Central | 1h26 | 14:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:43 Brussels-Central | 1h33 | 20:16 Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon
Trains from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 264 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 264 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 19:40 |
Train companies: Eurostar, TGV INOUI, EuroCity, SNCB from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsEurostar, TGV INOUI, EuroCity, SNCB trains will get you between Brussels-Central and Paris Gare de Lyon from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Central to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brussels-Central and Paris Gare de Lyon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)


