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Train Information from Brussels to Bruges
 | Distance | 55 miles (88 km) |
 | Average train duration | 53 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $20 (€16) |
 | Train frequency | 50 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 50 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | SNCB | IC |
Trains from Brussels to Bruges cover the 55 miles (88 km) long route taking on average 53 min with our travel partners like SNCB | IC. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $20 (€16), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $20 (€16). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Brugge.
Trains from Brussels to Bruges
Traveling from Brussels to Bruges is quick and easy thanks to the heavy traffic of direct trains arranged by the Belgian national railway company. Every day, about every 10 minutes, a Brussels Bruges train departs from Brussels-Midi station and reaches its destination within a couple of hours at most. Travel times may vary on public holidays and weekends.
Which train companies travel from Brussels to Bruges?
The Brussels Bruges train route is operated entirely by the Belgian National Railway Company, SNCB | IC, which provides Intercity trains to directly connect the largest Belgian cities. All departures to Bruges are from Brussels-Midi station.
How long is the train from Brussels to Bruges?
It takes an average of 1 hour and 30 minutes to get from Brussels to Bruges by train: depending on the route chosen, the journey time may vary from a minimum of about 55 minutes to a maximum of 2 hours and 10 minutes.
How many trains are there in Brussels-Bruges?
The rail links between Brussels and Bruges are about 66 per day, with no significant differences in scheduling during the week or year. The first Brussels Bruges train leaves at about 00:28, the last around 20:51: from 05:30 onwards the frequency of departures is about one train every 10 minutes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Brussels to Bruges?
Brussels railway station: recently renovated, Brussels-Midi is the main station in Belgium. It is located in the municipality of Saint-Gilles, less than 3 km south-west of the centre of Brussels, which can be covered in just over 10 minutes by car. Buses, trams and subways connect it efficiently to all districts of the city. The station has Wi-Fi (available at an extra cost), a toilet, luggage storage and parking. In the structure there are shops and bars.
Brugge train station: is located about 1.5 km south of the city center, covered distance in less than 20 minutes on foot. It is connected to the city centre and its surroundings by a small bus network that runs from early morning until late evening. The property has a waiting room, toilets, luggage storage and covered parking. Nearby there are taxis, hotels, bars and fast food outlets.
Train tickets from Brussels to Bruges: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Brussels - Bruges 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 8% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Brussels - Bruges with 2 months in advance you save up to about 4% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 8%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Travel Tips
When departing from Brussels, you have various train station options to start your route from including Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles-Central and Brussels-Nord. When arriving in Bruges, you can end your journey in train stations like Brugge and Brugge-St. -Pieters.
Omio customers book a train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugge most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Brugge, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
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