How to travel from Edinburgh to Bruges

There are 3 options to travel between Edinburgh and Bruges including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bruges is a flight with an average price of €69.

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

A flight is €0.14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Bruges costing on average €69.

A flight is €305 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bruges costing on average €375.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Bruges is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 52m.

Bus takes on average 16h 55m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Bruges is approximately 420 miles (676 km).

The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Bruges is:

• Around 33 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Bruges 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 Edinburgh to Bruges:

• Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to go to Bruges by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Bruges by bus.
• Travel with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, British Airways to go to Bruges by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Edinburgh to Bruges:

• 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Brussels Airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh 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.