Brussels to Bruges train
Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Bruges
Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Train schedule from Brussels to Bruges
This is the last train of the day.
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets by train, bus or flight
Sep 26
Sep 27
Sep 28
Sep 29
Sep 30
Oct 01
Oct 02
Oct 03
Oct 04
Oct 05
Oct 06
Oct 07
Oct 08
Oct 09
Oct 10
Oct 11
Oct 12
Oct 13
Oct 14
Oct 15
Oct 16
Fastest train times from Brussels to Bruges
Fastest Journey
53 m
Average
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
88 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Brussels for Bruges every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
Overview: Train from Brussels to Bruges
 | Distance | 55 miles (88 km) |
 | Average train duration | 53 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $17 (€17) |
 | Train frequency | 77 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 60 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | SNCB or 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 or SNCB | IC. Normally, there are 77 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $17 (€17), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $17 (€17). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Brugge.
Train companies: SNCB from Brussels to Bruges trains
Buy your official SNCB train tickets to Bruges from Brussels from $17 (€17) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.
SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train to Bruges from Brussels.
Save time and money by searching for and booking your SNCB train between Brussels and Bruges online with Omio! If you’re looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest SNCB train to Bruges from Brussels, Omio can help you out every step of the way. Check current SNCB train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best connections for the 55 miles (88 km) route to Bruges from Brussels as well as ticket information for the train (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), and then book a cheap train ticket – all in one convenient place. If you are using the Omio app to search for trains to Bruges from Brussels, you can check straight away if the SNCB ticket is a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to go paperless when traveling without needing to purchase tickets in person at the train station. Buy your official SNCB Brussels to Bruges train tickets online on Omio quickly and easily and enjoy the travel experience!
SNCB from Brussels to Bruges train information:
- Average Duration: 1 h 21 min
- SNCB frequency: 60 a day
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: Trains from Brussels to Bruges
There are a few train stations in Brussels to start your trip from including Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles-Central and Brussels-Nord. In Bruges you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Brugge, Brugge-St. -Pieters and Bruges.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Brugge.
Passengers booking this trip most frequently board their trains from Bruxelles-Midi and need to travel around 2 miles (3.2 km) from the city center to get to this train station.
Passengers arriving in Bruges most often arrive at Brugge and need to travel around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) from this train station to the city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
More options for your journey from Brussels to Bruges
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains, buses and flights
Travel to popular destinations by train, bus or flight
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
