The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Béthune
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Béthune is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Béthune will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 12 trains that leave Paris for Béthune every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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.
K10 (848545) · K44 (843917) · K52 (846421)13:593h26Paris Gare du Nord17:25Béthune£201One-way2 changes
739120:251h26Paris Gare du Nord21:51Béthune£321One-way0 changes
736912:251h17Paris Gare du Nord13:42Béthune£371One-way0 changes
7165+
P54 (846547)10:521h58Paris Gare du Nord12:50Béthune£411One-way1 change
7037+
C50 (842493)13:152h56Paris Gare du Nord16:11Béthune£451One-way1 change
736912:251h17Paris Gare du Nord13:42Béthune£371One-way0 changes
738518:521h24Paris Gare du Nord20:16Béthune£571One-way0 changes
739120:251h26Paris Gare du Nord21:51Béthune£321One-way0 changes
7577+
K52 (846423)16:521h35Paris Gare du Nord18:27Béthune£601One-way1 change
7165+
P54 (846547)10:521h58Paris Gare du Nord12:50Béthune£411One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paris to Béthune
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Béthune among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 188 km
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Live departures
Paris to Béthune train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Béthune trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7363 | 9:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h25 | 11:16 Béthune | 0 changesdirect | |
7025+ C50 (842955) | 10:15 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h09 | 13:24 Béthune | 1 change | |
K12 (16421) · K52 (846441) | 10:21 Paris Gare du Nord | 3h20 | 13:41 Béthune | 1 change | |
7031+ K70 (844933) · 7324 | 11:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h55 | 14:40 Béthune | 2 changes | |
7371 | 13:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 1h25 | 15:16 Béthune | 0 changesdirect | |
7045+ K50 (842953) | 15:15 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h07 | 17:22 Béthune | 1 change | |
7053+ C50 (842957) | 16:45 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h39 | 19:24 Béthune | 1 change | |
7177+ K52 (846447) | 16:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h48 | 19:39 Béthune | 1 change | |
7177+ P53 (842325) · P51 (842952) | 16:51 Paris Gare du Nord | 2h40 | 19:31 Béthune | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Béthune
Trains from Paris to Béthune run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 21:17 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to Béthune trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and Béthune from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Paris to Béthune train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Béthune 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 Béthune, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Béthune
Most Paris to Béthune trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Béthune station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris and Béthune train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paris station do trains to Béthune leave from?
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Which Béthune station do trains from Paris arrive at?
Getting to Béthune from Béthune city centre
Béthune is 1 km from Béthune city centre. Public transport options include:
Béthune train station facilities and services
Béthune has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de l'Ecailler, La Pataterie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Béthune. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Béthune. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Béthune: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Béthune: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Béthune: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Vieux Beffroi, Hotel Eden, Hotel Le Cottage.
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