The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bruges to Brussels
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bruges to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Brussels will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 13 buses that leave Bruges for Brussels every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus20:251h50Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West22:15Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£111One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:101h50Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West16:00Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£121One-way0 changes
Flibco18:002h00Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West20:00Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£191One-way0 changes
Flibco20:302h00Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West22:30Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£191One-way0 changes
Flibco16:302h15Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West18:45Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£211One-way0 changes
FlixBus14:101h50Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West16:00Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:251h50Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West22:15Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)£111One-way0 changes
Flibco2:301h50Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West4:20Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£221One-way0 changes
Flibco5:001h55Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West6:55Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£221One-way0 changes
Flibco3:451h55Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West5:40Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bruges to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 88 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bruges to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Brussels coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:25 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1h50 | 22:15 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:30 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h00 | 22:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flibco | 2:30 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1h50 | 4:20 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 3:45 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1h55 | 5:40 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 5:00 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1h55 | 6:55 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h15 | 9:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 8:45 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h00 | 10:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 12:30 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h05 | 14:35 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 13:45 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h05 | 15:50 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 1h50 | 16:00 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 15:15 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h15 | 17:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 16:30 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h15 | 18:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 18:00 Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West | 2h00 | 20:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Bruges to Brussels coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco or flibco to find the best option for your trip from Bruges to Brussels.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bruges to Brussels.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Flibco or flibco to find the best option for your trip from Bruges to Brussels.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bruges to Brussels.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bruges to Brussels
Buses from Bruges to Brussels run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco from Bruges to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Bruges to Brussels with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bruges to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges to Brussels by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bruges and Brussels
Most Bruges to Brussels buses use the Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West to Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi). Use this guide to compare Bruges and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West from Bruges city centre
Which Brussels station do buses from Bruges arrive at?
Getting to Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) from Brussels city centre
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) is 6 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) bus station facilities and services
Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussels-Noord from Brussels city centre
Brussels-Noord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Noord bus station facilities and services
Brussels-Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Noord (in the station), Quick Brussels Noord (in the station), Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels-Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Noord: Elevators, ramps.
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