- Must visit
Groeningemuseum
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including works by Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling. A key stop for understanding Bruges’ artistic heritage.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 4 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
760 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels 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 to Bruges will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 14 buses that leave Brussels for Bruges on Tue, Jun 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 760 km distance in an average of 12 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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.
50324 · 3173
1646 · 4035
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus
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1408 · 3163
50324 · 3173
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 472 miles (760 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price | $211 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 58m Average total duration 12h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bruges:
A bus is $154 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Bruges costing on average $205 (€168).
A bus is $160 (€131) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Bruges costing on average $211 (€173).
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Bus takes on average 12h 28m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $113 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $62 (€51). The journey takes 12h 28m versus 8h 33m 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 FlixBus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:29AM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Bruges buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:55 PM Brussels | 12h05 | 3:00 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Brussels | 12h05 | 4:00 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Brussels | 12h50 | 5:00 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM Brussels | 12h05 | 5:00 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 23 | |||||
1698 · 95919 | 2:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h00 | 3:15 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 16h20 | 7:05 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 14h50 | 7:05 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 11h55 | 9:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 16h05 | 2:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 12h40 | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
50324 · 3173 | 11:30 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 12h05 | 11:35 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Brussels to Bruges run on average 24 times per day, taking around 12h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 472 miles (760 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 472 miles (760 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bruges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruges trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including works by Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling. A key stop for understanding Bruges’ artistic heritage.
One of Europe’s oldest preserved hospital sites, presenting medical history, historic interiors, and major works by Hans Memling.
An immersive museum experience on the Markt that recreates medieval Bruges through multimedia exhibits. Popular with first-time visitors.
Bruges’ central market square, surrounded by colorful guild houses and major landmarks. It is the city’s busiest and most recognizable urban space.
A historic square next to the Markt, framed by major civic and religious buildings. It is one of the key places to appreciate Bruges’ layered history.
The city’s most famous canal-side viewpoint, widely shared on social media for its classic postcard view of medieval Bruges.
Mussels steamed with white wine, herbs, or beer and served with fries. A Belgian classic widely enjoyed in Bruges.
Flemish beef stew slowly cooked with Belgian beer, onions, and bread. Rich, hearty, and deeply traditional in West Flanders.
A creamy Belgian stew of fish or chicken with vegetables and potatoes. A classic comfort dish found across Flanders.
A modern fine dining spot known for creative tasting menus, polished service, and a contemporary take on Belgian ingredients.
Well-known Belgian restaurant with beer pairings, refined local dishes, and an intimate canal-side atmosphere in central Bruges.
Historic Bruges brewery and restaurant famous for Brugse Zot beer, Belgian classics, and a lively traditional setting.
Bruges is pricier than smaller Belgian towns, especially in the center, but food and transport stay manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated but not expected. Round up taxi fares; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 to Bruges buses use the Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) to Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Bruges bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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-Noord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Noord (in the station), Quick Brussels Noord (in the station), Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Noord.
Available at Brussels-Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Noord: Elevators, ramps.
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