How to travel from Barcelona to Bruges

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Bruges

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $126 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $126, while a flight costs an average of $379.

Distance: 680 miles (1095 km)

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$379

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$126

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$278

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$255

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5h 44m

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3h 44m

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19h 21m

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8h 36m

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13h 15m

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Bruges is a bus with an average price of $126 (€106).

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

A bus is $152 (€128) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Bruges costing on average $278 (€234).

A bus is $253 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Bruges costing on average $379 (€319).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Bruges is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 19h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Bruges including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Bruges among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 31m sooner (3h 44m by flight vs 13h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $379 (€319) compared to roughly $255 (€214) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Bruges

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:10 PM22h05
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    9:15 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    $1321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:10 PM22h05
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    9:15 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    $1321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 3807
    9:10 AM2h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:25 AMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    $1851One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 PM21h35
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:15 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    $1331One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 AM24h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    11:10 AMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    $1351One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 PM21h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:25 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    $1421One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 2918
    6:05 AM2h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:20 AMBrussels Airport
    $2471One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 2834
    6:25 PM2h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:40 PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    $2641One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 2922
    3:35 PM2h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    5:50 PMBrussels Airport
    $2971One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Bruges.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Bruges including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Bruges is a bus with an average price of $126 (€106).

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

A bus is $152 (€128) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Bruges costing on average $278 (€234).

A bus is $253 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Bruges costing on average $379 (€319).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Bruges is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 44m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 19h 21m.

The distance from Barcelona to Bruges is approximately 680 miles (1095 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Bruges is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Bruges:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Tourcoing station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Bruges by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Bruges by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, British Airways, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines, Volotea, ITA to go to Bruges by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Bruges:
  • 12 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Ryanair, Vueling, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona 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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