- Must visit
Groeningemuseum
Bruges’ principal fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including works by Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 12 buses that leave Brussels South Charleroi Airport for Bruges on Thu, Jul 09, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 16m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.15 (€0.12). The journey takes 2h 4m versus 1h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by flibco, Flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Flibco | 1:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h00 | 3:15 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:45 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 4:50 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h05 | 7:20 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 8:55 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 10:10 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:45 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 11:40 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flibco | 12:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 2:25 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h55 | 7:25 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h10 | 9:40 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h00 | 11:15 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h00 | 12:30 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Bruges’ principal fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including works by Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling.
Museum in one of Europe’s oldest preserved hospital buildings, featuring art, medical history, and Memling masterpieces.
Interactive museum experience on Markt Square that brings medieval Bruges to life with multimedia exhibits.
Bruges’ main square, lined with colorful guild houses and animated by markets, horse carriages, and major landmarks.
Historic square surrounded by Bruges’ civic and religious monuments, ideal for architecture lovers.
The city’s most famous canal-side viewpoint, widely shared on social media for classic postcard Bruges photos.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. A Belgian classic widely enjoyed in Bruges.
Traditional Flemish beef stew slowly braised with Belgian beer, often slightly sweet and rich. A staple comfort dish in West Flanders.
A creamy Belgian stew made with fish or chicken and vegetables. It is a historic regional dish found on many traditional menus.
Established fine dining restaurant pairing refined Belgian cuisine with carefully selected wines in an intimate canal-side setting.
Respected Bruges bistro serving polished Belgian and French-influenced dishes with warm service and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Historic Bruges brewery and restaurant known for Brugse Zot beer, classic Flemish dishes, and a lively traditional setting.
Bruges is pricier than many Belgian cities, especially in the historic centre. Hotels and tourist dining cost more, while snacks and supermarkets help keep daily costs down.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Bruges buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Bruges bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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