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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Canterbury to Bruges
Showing times and prices for Jun 21
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
149 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Canterbury to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Bruges will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Fast ferries
Of the 3 ferries that leave Canterbury for Bruges on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct ferries cover the 149 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 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.
1:00 PM2h00Canterbury3:00 PMBruges$361One-way0 transfers
9:50 PM1h30Canterbury11:20 PMBruges$371One-way0 transfers- 4:40 PM1h30Canterbury6:10 PMBruges$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 PM1h30Canterbury11:20 PMBruges$371One-way0 transfers
- 4:40 PM1h30Canterbury6:10 PMBruges$381One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM2h00Canterbury3:00 PMBruges$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Canterbury to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $226.
Distance: 80 nautical miles (149 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $254 Average price | $64 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Bruges is a ferry with an average price of $37 (€31).
This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Bruges:
A ferry is $26 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Canterbury to Bruges costing on average $64 (€52).
A ferry is $217 (€177) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Bruges costing on average $254 (€208).
The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Bruges is by ferry with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Bus takes on average 11h 52m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Canterbury and Bruges including taking a bus, train, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Canterbury to Bruges among Omio's users.
Canterbury to Bruges Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Canterbury to Bruges ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Bruges ferries for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Ferries | 4:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 7:10 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:10 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 8:50 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Ferries | 6:50 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 9:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 7:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Ferries | 8:45 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 11:15 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Ferries | 11:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 2:25 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 1:00 PM Canterbury | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Canterbury to Bruges
United Kingdom
Belgium
Ferries from Canterbury to Bruges run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 30 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 80 nautical miles (149 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 137 sailings per week.
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
Distance 80 nautical miles (149 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Ferries per day 30 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 137 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 12:10 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Complete guide to Bruges
Things to do in Bruges
Discover the best of Bruges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruges trip today.
- Must visit
Sint-Janshospitaal Museum
Museum in a preserved medieval hospital complex with art, medical history, and major works by Hans Memling.
- Recommended
Historium Bruges
Interactive museum on the Markt that recreates medieval Bruges through multimedia exhibits and city views from the tower.
- Must visit
Markt
Bruges’ main market square, surrounded by colorful guild houses and major sights, and the city’s busiest focal point.
- Must visit
Burg Square
Historic square beside the Markt, framed by the Basilica of the Holy Blood and monumental civic buildings.
- Recommended
Minnewaterpark
Romantic park around the Lake of Love, popular for walks, swans, and postcard-style views near the old center.
- Gluten-free
Moules-Frites
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. A Belgian classic widely enjoyed in Bruges.
Carbonade Flamande
Traditional Flemish beef stew slowly cooked with Belgian dark beer, often slightly sweet and deeply rich.
Waterzooi
A creamy Belgian stew, usually made with chicken or fish and vegetables. It is a comforting regional specialty.
Bistro Den Amand
Established bistro serving refined Belgian cuisine near the center, appreciated for seasonal cooking and intimate atmosphere.
De Halve Maan
Historic Bruges brewery and restaurant known for Brugse Zot beer, hearty Flemish dishes, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Cambrinus
Well-known beer house and restaurant with an extensive Belgian beer list and classic local dishes in a cozy setting.
Euro
Bruges is pricier than many Belgian cities, especially in the historic center. Hotels and tourist restaurants cost more, but bakeries and lunch deals help.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 10-18 for fries, sandwiches, or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 25-40 per person for a standard restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
FAQs: Ferry from Canterbury to Bruges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Bruges by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Canterbury to Bruges can start from as little as $35 (€29) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Canterbury to Bruges is $37 (€31) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Canterbury to Bruges is 1h 30m to travel the 92 miles (149 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Canterbury to Bruges leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Canterbury to Bruges leaves at 11:55 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Canterbury to Bruges.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Canterbury to Bruges.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Canterbury to Bruges is possible with with . We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
A day trip to Bruges from Canterbury is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Canterbury to Bruges is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Canterbury and Bruges including taking a bus, train, and ferry.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bruges are:
- Belfry of Bruges, a medieval bell tower offering panoramic views of the city
- Basilica of the Holy Blood, a historic church housing a revered relic of Christ's blood
- Markt Square, the bustling central square surrounded by iconic buildings and cafes
- Groeningemuseum, an art museum showcasing Flemish and Belgian masterpieces
- Minnewater Park, a serene park known for its picturesque lake and romantic ambiance.
The best things to do in Bruges include:
- Canal Tour, explore Bruges' picturesque canals on a guided boat tour
- Chocolate Tasting Tour, indulge in Belgium's famous chocolates at various local shops
- Brewery Visit, discover the brewing process and taste local Belgian beers
- Horse-drawn Carriage Ride, enjoy a leisurely ride through the cobbled streets of Bruges
- Lace Center, learn about the traditional craft of lace-making in Bruges.
Bruges is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Canterbury to Bruges among Omio's users.
Currently, UK citizens do not need a visa for short stays (up to 90 days in a 180-day period) for tourism or business in the Schengen Area. However, the new ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is scheduled to launch in late 2026. Once active, this digital travel authorization will be a mandatory pre-travel requirement for all UK passport holders.
Belgium uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments widely accepted in cities, restaurants, and shops, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Bruges, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the Markt square and popular tourist sites. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. It is advisable to use official transportation and purchase tickets from authorized sellers to avoid fraud. Staying vigilant in busy spots and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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