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Compare train and bus for Brussels to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$22 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Brussels to Bruges
Compare the available ways to get from Brussels to Bruges, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bruges:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Bruges costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $19 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$2 (-€2). The journey takes 1h 16m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Brussels to Bruges
How to get from Brussels to Bruges by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Brussels to Bruges is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus2:05 PM 1h40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) 3:45 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- FlixBus
2:05 PM 1h40 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) 3:45 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- 530
9:08 AM 0h53 Brussels-Midi 10:01 AM Bruges station $22 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- 529
8:08 AM 0h53 Brussels-Midi 9:01 AM Bruges station $22 1 One-way 0 transfers - 531
10:07 AM 0h54 Brussels-Midi 11:01 AM Bruges station $22 1 One-way 0 transfers - 532
11:07 AM 0h54 Brussels-Midi 12:01 PM Bruges station $22 1 One-way 0 transfers
- FlixBus
7:30 AM 1h45 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) 9:15 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West $16 1 One-way 0 transfers 
50429 · 505793:50 PM 7h05 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) 10:55 PM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West $24 1 One-way 1 transfer- Flibco
12:30 AM 1h55 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) 2:25 AM Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West $26 1 One-way 0 transfers
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How to Travel from Brussels to Bruges
The distance from Brussels to the center of Bruges is too short for flights between the cities and there are presently no buses on this route. Train is the best option for travelers and there are frequent services every day.
Trains from Brussels to Bruges | Return trips from Bruges to Brussels
Brussels to Bruges Travel Comparison
Mode |
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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Train |
€15 |
1:03 h |
2 Months Ahead |
What is the best way to travel from Brussels to Bruges?
Cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Bruges
There are several cheap ways to get from Brussels to Bruges. The direct train service is by far the most popular option. All trains leave from Brussels-Midi station which is about 25 minutes on foot to the south of the city center. Travelers can take the Metro (lines 2 and 6) to the station or tram (lines 3, 4 and 51) to the stop nearby in Rue Couverte. Trains arrive at Station Brugge on Stationsplein in the heart of the city. The station is well served by the local bus network and by taxis although most city center attractions are within easy walking distance.
Fastest way to travel from Brussels to Bruges
Trains traveling from Brussels to Bruges take about an hour to arrive at Brugge train station. The fastest trains take about one hour while those leaving between midnight and 3:00 a.m. may be slower sleeper services.There are over 50 direct trains on weekdays and slightly fewer at weekends and on public holidays. The first train of the day departs just after midnight and trains leave approximately every 30 minutes till just before midnight the following evening. There are also several services with changes en route, normally at Ghent, allowing travelers to catch trains at almost any time.
Most popular way to travel from Brussels to Bruges
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Brussels to Bruges since there are not any direct flights offered. Trains are both significantly cheaper and faster than taking a flight when total travel time is taken into consideration. Alternatively, consider ride sharing with BlaBlaCar.
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This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bruges:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Bruges costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
- Around 56 trains per day.
- Around 14 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Bruges as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Central and arrive in Bruges station.
- Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
- Travel with Flibco, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Bruges by bus.
- Travel with Intercity, Regional, České dráhy, SNCB | BUS, Deutsche Bahn to go to Bruges by train.
- 14 direct buses per day with Flibco, FlixBus.
- 48 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn.
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