How to travel from Bruges to Brussels

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Travel Information between Bruges and Brussels

distanceDistance55 miles (88 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$6 - $22
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $6 (€5) • 1 h 35 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $22 (€20) • 54 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus or SNCB

Take a train or bus to travel 55 miles (88 km) between Bruges and Brussels. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus or SNCB among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Bruges to Brussels.

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from Bruges to Brussels

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

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

FlixBusFlixBus
02:10PM1h50
Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
04:00PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
$131One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBusFlixBus
02:10PM1h50
Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
04:00PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
$131One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBusFlixBus
02:10PM1h50
Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
04:00PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
$131One-way
0 transfers
Other options
FlixBusFlixBus
08:05PM1h50
Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
09:55PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
$161One-way
0 transfers

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Travel from Bruges to Brussels: Journey Details

The distance between the two Belgian cities of Bruges and Brussels is only around 110 kilometers, so no commercial flights are available. Traveling by bus involves a complicated route of hopping from town to town on suburban services so the only time and cost effective method of traveling from Bruges to Brussels is by taking the train.

Return trips from Brussels to Bruges are also available.

How to get from Bruges to Brussels

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bruges to Brussels, 100,00% 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 Bruges to Brussels 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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Travel between Bruges and Brussels on FlixBus travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

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