How to travel from Schiphol to Bruges

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Compare bus and train for Schiphol to Bruges

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. 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 bus costs an average of €32, while a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 100 miles (162 km)

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Bus
Driving

€47

Average price

€32

Average price

Cheapest

€49

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 49m

Average total duration

5h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Eurocity Direct

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Bruges is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Bruges costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Bruges is by train with an average journey time of 3h 21m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Schiphol and Bruges including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Schiphol to Bruges among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 5m faster (2h 51m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly €2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€47 vs €49). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Schiphol to Bruges

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 PM5h25
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    8:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 PM5h25
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    8:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Eurocity Direct9532+Intercity712 · 534
    11:11 AM2h48
    Schiphol Airport
    1:59 PMBruges station
    391One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Eurocity Direct9528+Intercity711 · 533
    10:11 AM2h48
    Schiphol Airport
    12:59 PMBruges station
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurocity Direct9524+Intercity710 · 532
    9:11 AM2h48
    Schiphol Airport
    11:59 AMBruges station
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Eurocity Direct9520+Intercity709 · 531
    8:11 AM2h48
    Schiphol Airport
    10:59 AMBruges station
    391One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:10 AM5h25
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    2:35 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    291One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1646 · 50579
    9:25 AM13h30
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    10:55 PMBruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Schiphol 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 Schiphol to Bruges.

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There are 2 options to travel between Schiphol and Bruges including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Schiphol to Bruges is a bus with an average price of €32.

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

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to Bruges costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Schiphol to Bruges is by train with an average journey time of 3h 21m.

Other travel options to Bruges take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 49m.

The distance from Schiphol to Bruges is approximately 100 miles (162 km).
The average frequency per day from Schiphol to Bruges is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schiphol to Bruges:
  • Trains mostly depart from Schiphol Airport and arrive in Bruges station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schiphol to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bruges by bus.
  • Travel with Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity to go to Bruges by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Schiphol to Bruges:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Schiphol 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.

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