Zaventem to Paris train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zaventem to Paris

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£58

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£90

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

2 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

2 h 7 m

Trains on 15 Sept

30

Distance

272 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaventem to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zaventem to Paris will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

To travel from Zaventem to Paris you need to make at least one change.

  • SNCB3676+Eurostar9302
    5:053h00
    Zaventem station
    8:05Paris Gare du Nord
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • SNCB1933+Eurostar9338
    11:482h23
    Zaventem station
    14:11Paris Gare du Nord
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • SNCB1937+Eurostar9362
    15:482h24
    Zaventem station
    18:12Paris Gare du Nord
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • SNCB1937+Eurostar9462
    15:482h24
    Zaventem station
    18:12Paris Gare du Nord
    £681One-way
    1 change
  • SNCB1931+Eurostar9326
    9:482h28
    Zaventem station
    12:16Paris Gare du Nord
    £681One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zaventem to Paris

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £158.

Distance: 272 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£71

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£158

Average Price

£61

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 57m

Average total duration

4h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

2h 5m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Most popular train company

FlixBus

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KLM

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zaventem to Paris is a coach with an average price of £26.

This is compared to other travel options from Zaventem to Paris:

A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaventem to Paris costing on average £71.

A coach is £132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zaventem to Paris costing on average £158.

The fastest way to travel from Zaventem to Paris is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Paris take longer:

Flight takes on average 2h 5m.

Coach takes on average 4h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zaventem and Paris including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 54m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 3h 39m by car). Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £61 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Zaventem to Paris train times

The table below shows live departures for Zaventem to Paris trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SNCB1987+Eurostar936216:01 Vilvoorde station
2h11
18:12 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1787+Eurostar936416:32 Vilvoorde station
2h16
18:48 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1787+Eurostar946416:32 Vilvoorde station
2h16
18:48 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3137+Eurostar936816:43 Vilvoorde station
2h22
19:05 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1788+Eurostar937017:32 Vilvoorde station
2h13
19:45 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3439+Eurostar947418:08 Vilvoorde station
2h09
20:17 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1789+Eurostar947618:32 Vilvoorde station
2h08
20:40 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1789+Eurostar937618:32 Vilvoorde station
2h08
20:40 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1790+Eurostar938219:32 Vilvoorde station
2h12
21:44 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3441+Eurostar948620:08 Vilvoorde station
2h11
22:19 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3676+Eurostar93025:05 Zaventem station
3h00
8:05 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3677+Eurostar93046:05 Zaventem station
2h30
8:35 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1928+Eurostar93086:48 Zaventem station
2h22
9:10 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3678+Eurostar93107:05 Zaventem station
2h34
9:39 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3678+Eurostar94107:05 Zaventem station
2h34
9:39 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1929+Eurostar94147:48 Zaventem station
2h17
10:05 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1929+Eurostar93147:48 Zaventem station
2h17
10:05 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3779+Eurostar93168:35 Zaventem station
2h13
10:48 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3779+Eurostar94168:35 Zaventem station
2h13
10:48 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3780+Eurostar94229:35 Zaventem station
2h08
11:43 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3780+Eurostar93229:35 Zaventem station
2h08
11:43 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1931+Eurostar94269:48 Zaventem station
2h28
12:16 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1931+Eurostar93269:48 Zaventem station
2h28
12:16 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3681+Eurostar942810:05 Zaventem station
2h39
12:44 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3681+Eurostar932810:05 Zaventem station
2h39
12:44 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB1933+Eurostar933811:48 Zaventem station
2h23
14:11 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3683+Eurostar934012:05 Zaventem station
2h34
14:39 Paris Gare du Nord1 change
SNCB3683+Eurostar944012:05 Zaventem station
2h34
14:39 Paris Gare du Nord1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zaventem to Paris

BelgiumBelgium
FranceFrance
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Trains from Zaventem to Paris run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 1h 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance
272 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
1h 22m
First train
4:42
Last train
22:30
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18

Train companies: Eurostar, SNCB from Zaventem to Paris trainsEurostar, SNCB trains will get you between Zaventem and Paris from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Eurostar Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Eurostar Price
£27
Eurostar frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCB Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest SNCB Price
£52
SNCB frequency
12 a day

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  • Must visit

Musée du Louvre

One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.

  • Must visit

Musée d'Orsay

World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.

  • Recommended

Musée de l'Orangerie

Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.

Euro (€)

Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-5 for a coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.

FAQs: Zaventem to Paris train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaventem to Paris 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zaventem to Paris can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £71.
The train journey from Zaventem to Paris covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 1h 22m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Zaventem to Paris is 272 km.
The first train from Zaventem to Paris leaves at 4:42.
The last train from Zaventem to Paris departs at 22:30.
Trains from Zaventem to Paris run approximately 21 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Zaventem to Paris.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zaventem to Paris.
To get from Zaventem to Paris, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Zaventem to Paris.
The train station in Zaventem that goes to Paris is Brussels-Midi, and it arrives at Paris Gare du Nord.
The cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Paris is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Zaventem to Paris in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Zaventem to Paris offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with glimpses of charming Belgian towns and the French countryside, but it is not particularly renowned for being scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Zaventem to Paris is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 22m and covers 272 km. Trains run 17 times per day.
In Paris, one can explore Montmartre, renowned for its bohemian charm and the Basilica of the Sacré-Cœur. Enjoy a Seine River Cruise for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the Latin Quarter, full of life and historic sites, or delve into the Marais, known for its boutiques and art galleries. Don't miss a show at the Moulin Rouge for an extravagant experience. Among the best sights are the iconic Eiffel Tower, the vast collection of the Louvre Museum, the Gothic splendour of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the striking Sacré-Cœur Basilica, and the monumental Arc de Triomphe on the Champs-Élysées.
Three to five days is typically sufficient to explore the main attractions in Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through neighbourhoods like Montmartre and Le Marais.
Yes, you can take the train from Zaventem to Paris.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zaventem and Paris

Most Zaventem to Paris trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Use this guide to compare Zaventem and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zaventem
Arrival train stations in Paris

Which Zaventem station do trains to Paris leave from?

Trains from Zaventem to Paris leave from Bruxelles-Midi. The station is 1 km from Zaventem city centre at 47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium.
Zaventem1930 Zaventem, BelgiumWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zaventem from Zaventem city centre

BusR26, 82, 530 · 3m · £3 · every ~11 min

Zaventem train station facilities and services

Zaventem 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Belair, Black Pearls

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zaventem. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zaventem. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zaventem: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zaventem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zaventem: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel, Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport, NH Brussels Airport.

Nossegem1930 Zaventem, BelgiumParkingDiningHotelBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Nossegem from Zaventem city centre

Nossegem is 2 km from Zaventem city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainL, S2 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min

Nossegem train station facilities and services

Nossegem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nossegem.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nossegem: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Nossegem: Bike Parking.

Most popular train connections from Zaventem

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