How to travel from Antwerp to Bruges

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Compare train and bus for Antwerp to Bruges

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr56. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 bus costs an average of kr56, and a train costs an average of kr90.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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kr150

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kr96

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Cheapest

kr117

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2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

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The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Bruges is a bus with an average price of kr96.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Bruges:

A bus is kr54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Bruges costing on average kr150.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Bruges is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Bruges including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Bruges among Omio's users.

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from Antwerp to Bruges

How to get from Antwerp to Bruges by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Antwerp to Bruges is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 AM2h05
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    1:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr911One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 AM2h05
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    1:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr911One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:40 AM1h15
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    11:55 AMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr1091One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity19734 · 532
    10:36 AM1h25
    Antwerp-Central
    12:01 PMBruges station
    kr1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity708 · 530
    8:36 AM1h25
    Antwerp-Central
    10:01 AMBruges station
    kr1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity19716 · 533
    11:36 AM1h25
    Antwerp-Central
    1:01 PMBruges station
    kr1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM2h35
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    8:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 AM2h40
    Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem)
    2:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM1h15
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    10:45 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    kr1891One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Antwerp to Bruges

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Antwerp to Bruges, 85,02% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Antwerp to Bruges and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp to Bruges

Travel to Bruges easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Bruges.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Bruges including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Bruges is a bus with an average price of kr96.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Bruges:

A bus is kr54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Bruges costing on average kr150.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Bruges is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 37m.

The distance from Antwerp to Bruges is approximately 50 miles (82 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Bruges is:
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp and Bruges as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antwerp to Bruges:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Bruges station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antwerp to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, De Lijn to go to Bruges by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB to go to Bruges by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Bruges with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regional, SNCB.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Bruges often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, Ghent, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bruges and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bruges to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bruges, you can enjoy a Canal Tour to explore the picturesque canals or indulge in a Chocolate Tasting Tour to savor Belgium's famous chocolates. Visit a local brewery to discover the brewing process and taste Belgian beers, or take a Horse-drawn Carriage Ride through the cobbled streets. Learn about traditional lace-making at the Lace Center. For sightseeing, visit the medieval Belfry of Bruges for panoramic city views, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, bustling Markt Square, Groeningemuseum for Flemish art, and the serene Minnewater Park.
A visit of two to three days in Bruges is ideal to explore its historic center, canals, museums, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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