The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Bruges
Cheapest price
28S$
Average price
28S$
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Bruges will cost around 28S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 28S$.
Of the 35 trains that leave Mechelen for Bruges every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
1981+
1531+
5819:39 AM1h59Mechelen-Nekkerspoel11:38 AMBruges-St.-Pieters28 S$1One-way2 changes
4129 · 18298:15 AM1h20Mechelen station9:35 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way1 change
1983+
1533+
58311:39 AM1h59Mechelen-Nekkerspoel1:38 PMBruges-St.-Pieters28 S$1One-way2 changes
7209 · 5308:30 AM1h31Mechelen station10:01 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way1 change
58311:32 AM2h06Mechelen station1:38 PMBruges-St.-Pieters28 S$1One-way0 changes
181249:24 AM1h18Mechelen station10:42 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way0 changes
4129 · 18298:15 AM1h20Mechelen station9:35 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way1 change
1822710:22 AM1h20Mechelen station11:42 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way0 changes
4132 · 183211:15 AM1h20Mechelen station12:35 PMBruges station28 S$1One-way1 change
4131 · 183110:15 AM1h20Mechelen station11:35 AMBruges station28 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Mechelen to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 11S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 11S$, and a train costs an average of 17S$.
Distance: 90 km
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Live departures
Mechelen to Bruges train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Bruges trains for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4129 · 1829 | 8:15 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 9:35 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
7209+ 580 | 8:24 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h14 | 10:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1 change | |
7209 · 530 | 8:30 AM Mechelen station | 1h31 | 10:01 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
580 | 8:32 AM Mechelen station | 1h55 | 10:27 AM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
580 | 8:32 AM Mechelen station | 2h06 | 10:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
1980+ 1530+ 580 | 8:39 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h59 | 10:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1980+ 1530 | 8:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h39 | 10:26 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
1980+ 1530+ 580 | 8:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h51 | 10:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1780 · 581 | 9:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h25 | 11:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1 change | |
4130 · 1830 | 9:15 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 10:35 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
18124 | 9:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h18 | 10:42 AM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
581 | 9:32 AM Mechelen station | 1h55 | 11:27 AM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
581 | 9:32 AM Mechelen station | 2h06 | 11:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
3130+ 18142 | 9:33 AM Mechelen station | 1h35 | 11:08 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
1981+ 1531+ 581 | 9:39 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h59 | 11:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1981+ 1531 | 9:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h39 | 11:26 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
1981+ 1531+ 581 | 9:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h51 | 11:38 AM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1781 · 582 | 10:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h25 | 12:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1 change | |
4131 · 1831 | 10:15 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 11:35 AM Bruges station | 1 change | |
18227 | 10:22 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 11:42 AM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
19734 · 532+ 9227 | 10:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h37 | 12:01 PM Bruges station | 2 changes | |
582 | 10:32 AM Mechelen station | 2h06 | 12:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
582 | 10:32 AM Mechelen station | 1h55 | 12:27 PM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1982+ 1532+ 582 | 10:39 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h59 | 12:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1982+ 1532 | 10:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h39 | 12:26 PM Bruges station | 1 change | |
1982+ 1532+ 582 | 10:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h51 | 12:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1782 · 583 | 11:13 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 2h25 | 1:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 1 change | |
4132 · 1832 | 11:15 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 12:35 PM Bruges station | 1 change | |
18228 | 11:22 AM Mechelen station | 1h20 | 12:42 PM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
19716 · 533+ 9231 | 11:24 AM Mechelen station | 1h37 | 1:01 PM Bruges station | 2 changes | |
583 | 11:32 AM Mechelen station | 2h06 | 1:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
583 | 11:32 AM Mechelen station | 1h55 | 1:27 PM Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1983+ 1533+ 583 | 11:39 AM Mechelen-Nekkerspoel | 1h59 | 1:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1983+ 1533+ 583 | 11:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h51 | 1:38 PM Bruges-St.-Pieters | 2 changes | |
1983+ 1533 | 11:47 AM Mechelen station | 1h39 | 1:26 PM Bruges station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Bruges
Trains from Mechelen to Bruges run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 17S$ but you can travel from only 11S$ by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price 17S$ |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Regional, Intercity, SNCB from Mechelen to Bruges trainsRegional, Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Bruges from 11S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Mechelen to Bruges train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen to Bruges 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 Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mechelen and Bruges
Most Mechelen to Bruges trains use the Mechelen to Brugge station pair, with some services arriving at Brugge-St.-Pieters. Use this guide to compare Mechelen and Bruges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Mechelen station do trains to Bruges leave from?
Getting to Mechelen from Mechelen city centre
Mechelen is 1 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Mechelen train station facilities and services
Mechelen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Graspoort, Il Cardinale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mechelen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mechelen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mechelen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mechelen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mechelen: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Mechelen, Hotel Elisabeth, Martin's Patershof.
Getting to Mechelen-Nekkerspoel from Mechelen city centre
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel is 1 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel train station facilities and services
Mechelen-Nekkerspoel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mechelen-Nekkerspoel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Getting to Muizen from Mechelen city centre
Muizen is 3 km from Mechelen city centre. Public transport options include:
Muizen train station facilities and services
Muizen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Muizen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Muizen: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Muizen: Bike Parking.
Which Bruges station do trains from Mechelen arrive at?
Getting to Brugge from Bruges city centre
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge train station facilities and services
Brugge has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30, Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30. Information desks are located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge: Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Getting to Brugge-St.-Pieters from Bruges city centre
Brugge-St.-Pieters is 2 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge-St.-Pieters train station facilities and services
Brugge-St.-Pieters has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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