How to travel from Ghent to Bruges

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Compare train and bus for Ghent to Bruges

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 24 miles (39 km)

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€8

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1h 1m

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1h 17m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Bruges is a bus with an average price of €6.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Bruges costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Bruges is by train with an average journey time of 1h 1m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ghent and Bruges including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ghent to Bruges among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 13m sooner (31m by train vs 44m by car). Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €8 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Ghent to Bruges

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 PM0h45
    Gent, Ghent
    3:20 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:35 PM0h45
    Gent, Ghent
    3:20 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity532
    11:39 AM0h22
    Ghent St Pieters
    12:01 PMBruges station
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity531
    10:39 AM0h22
    Ghent St Pieters
    11:01 AMBruges station
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity530
    9:39 AM0h22
    Ghent St Pieters
    10:01 AMBruges station
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity529
    8:39 AM0h22
    Ghent St Pieters
    9:01 AMBruges station
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:40 PM0h45
    Gent, Ghent
    1:25 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:40 PM0h55
    Gent, Ghent
    1:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Ghent to Bruges

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Ghent to Bruges, 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 Ghent to Bruges 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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FAQs: Travel from Ghent 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 Ghent to Bruges.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ghent and Bruges including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Bruges is a bus with an average price of €6.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Bruges costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Bruges is by train with an average journey time of 1h 1m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 17m.

The distance from Ghent to Bruges is approximately 24 miles (39 km).
The average frequency per day from Ghent to Bruges is:
  • Around 29 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ghent to Bruges:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Bruges station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | BUS to go to Bruges by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bruges by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ghent to Bruges with the following travel companies:
  • 24 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | BUS.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Ghent to Bruges often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, London, Antwerp. 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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