How to travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bruges to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a flight costs an average of $274.

Distance: 153 miles (247 km)

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$33

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$98

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$274

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$55

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5h 49m

Average total duration

5h 19m

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3h 50m

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3h 20m

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3h 45m

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1h 45m

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3h 21m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $33.

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

A bus is $66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Düsseldorf costing on average $98.

A bus is $241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Düsseldorf costing on average $274.

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 50m.

Bus takes on average 5h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bruges and Düsseldorf including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bruges to Düsseldorf among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22. The journey takes 5h 19m versus 3h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bruges to Düsseldorf

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 AM5h05
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    1:50 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 AM5h05
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    1:50 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL1706 · KL1803
    3:10 PM2h30
    Brussels Airport
    5:40 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $6191One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2818 · ICE 319 · 26839
    7:11 PM4h09
    Bruges station
    11:20 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $641One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2816 · ICE 19 · 28532
    5:11 PM3h50
    Bruges station
    9:01 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $731One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 545
    4:58 AM3h49
    Bruges station
    8:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf
    $761One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM5h10
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    9:40 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    $651One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1702 · KL1799
    8:05 AM3h45
    Brussels Airport
    11:50 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1700 · KL1799
    6:20 AM5h30
    Brussels Airport
    11:50 AMDusseldorf Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1706 · KL1805
    3:10 PM7h15
    Brussels Airport
    10:25 PMDusseldorf Airport
    $3431One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Bruges to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bruges and Düsseldorf including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of $33.

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

A bus is $66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Düsseldorf costing on average $98.

A bus is $241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bruges to Düsseldorf costing on average $274.

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 50m.

Bus takes on average 5h 49m.

The distance from Bruges to Düsseldorf is approximately 153 miles (247 km).
The average frequency per day from Bruges to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bruges to Düsseldorf:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bruges station and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bruges to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB to go to Düsseldorf by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
  • Travel with KLM to go to Düsseldorf by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bruges to Düsseldorf:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Bruges to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Düsseldorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore Carlsplatz markets for diverse foods, take a Rhine River boat cruise, or visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Enjoy performances at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, or relax in the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Key sights include the Rheinturm for city views, luxury shopping at Königsallee, vibrant nightlife in Altstadt, art at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, and the baroque beauty of Schloss Benrath.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Düsseldorf's key attractions, such as the Altstadt, Königsallee, and Rheinturm, while enjoying its vibrant art scene and culinary offerings.
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