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The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Bruges
Showing times and prices for 25 Aug
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
15
Distance
235 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bruges will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Fast ferries
Of the 15 ferries that leave London for Bruges every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 25 Aug the direct ferries cover the 235 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 30 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.
DFDS Seaways22:002h00Port of Dover1:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes- DFDS Seaways14:002h00Port of Dover17:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes
- DFDS Seaways16:002h00Port of Dover19:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes
- DFDS Seaways20:002h00Port of Dover23:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes
- DFDS Seaways18:002h00Port of Dover21:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes
P&O Ferries18:501h30Port of Dover21:20DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£371One-way0 changes- P&O Ferries16:401h30Port of Dover19:10DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£361One-way0 changes
- P&O Ferries13:401h30Port of Dover16:10DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£361One-way0 changes
- P&O Ferries11:301h30Port of Dover14:00DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£371One-way0 changes
- P&O Ferries15:051h30Port of Dover17:35DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for London to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (235 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price | £60 Average Price | £142 Average Price |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Bruges Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 02:59 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
London to Bruges ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bruges ferries for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Ferries | 11:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 14:00 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 15:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 14:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 17:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 16:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 19:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Ferries | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 19:10 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 18:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 21:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 20:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 23:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 22:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
| DFDS Seaways | 2:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 5:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 9:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 8:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 11:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 13:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
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DFDS as well as P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line offer ferries services from London to Bruges.
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Why book with Omio vs DFDS?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for DFDS, but also compare tickets for the likes of P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line to find the best option for your trip from London to Bruges.
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London to Bruges.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from London to Bruges
United Kingdom
Belgium
Ferries from London to Bruges run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 31 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 126 nautical miles (235 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 201 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Bruges are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance 126 nautical miles (235 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 31 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 201 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line from London to BrugesYou can travel by ferry between London to Bruges with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Norfolk Line
About
Norfolkline was a European ferry and logistics company owned by Maersk, operating passenger and freight services across the English Channel, Irish Sea, and North Sea. Established in 1961, it employed over 2,200 staff across 13 countries, managing 18 vessels and a substantial fleet of refrigerated and dry-cargo trailers. In 2006, Norfolkline served more than 1.5 million passengers and completed over 1.2 million freight movements. In July 2010, DFDS Seaways acquired Norfolkline, integrating its routes and vessels into their operations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£26
Norfolk Line frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
No baggage restrictions.
Additional luggage
No baggage restrictions.
Luggage storage
No baggage restrictions.
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free meal provided during the crossing.
Toilets
USB plugs
Bikes
Non-motorized bicycles are allowed on all ferries at no extra cost.
Pets
Pets are allowed on board.
Car on board
Motorbike
DFDS
About
DFDS is a Danish shipping and logistics company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and cargo across several routes in Europe. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Some of the routes operated by DFDS include crossings between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Holland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
DFDS frequency
19 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be carried for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available with various dining options
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply
P&O Ferries
About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£27
P&O Ferries frequency
14 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply
Complete guide to Bruges
Things to do in Bruges
Discover the best of Bruges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruges trip today.
- Must visit
Groeningemuseum
Museum dedicated to Flemish Primitives and later Bruges masters. Essential for visitors interested in painting and the city’s artistic past.
- Recommended
Volkskundemuseum
Engaging museum on Flemish life, traditions, crafts, and folklore. A strong local favourite for understanding daily culture in Bruges.
- Must visit
Markt
Bruges’ central market square with colourful guild houses, the Belfry, and lively street life. A natural starting point for most visits.
- Must visit
Rozenhoedkaai
Small square and canal-side scene with one of Bruges’ most photographed views. Ideal for a short pause and classic city pictures.
- Recommended
Begijnhof
Quiet courtyard of white almshouses and trees near the centre. A serene place for a gentle walk and a break from busier streets.
Vlaamse stoofkarbonaden
A rich beef stew slowly cooked with dark Belgian beer, often served with chips. It is a Flemish classic deeply rooted in local pub cooking.
Moules-frites
Belgian-style moules, usually steamed with white wine, celery and onion, then served with chips. A staple meal across Bruges and the North Sea coast.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Belgian frites
Crisp twice-fried chips served with mayonnaise or other sauces. Belgian frites are a point of local pride and an everyday favourite in Bruges.
Den Gouden Harynck
Refined Belgian dining in an elegant canal-side setting, with seasonal menus and a polished atmosphere.
Frituur 't Brugsch Friethuys
Classic spot for Belgian fries with a broad sauce selection. Casual, quick and well known for a quintessential local snack.
De Koetse
Well-established restaurant focused on Belgian seafood and seasonal dishes, with a cosy and intimate dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining in the historic centre are pricier, but local cafés, supermarkets and walkable sights help keep daily costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.
FAQs: London to Bruges ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bruges by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from London to Bruges can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for London to Bruges is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from London to Bruges is 1h 25m to travel the 235 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from London to Bruges leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from London to Bruges leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 29 direct ferries a day from London to Bruges with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from London to Bruges with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from London to Bruges is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from London to Bruges is possible with DFDS. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from London to Bruges, you can count on DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for the best way to get you to Bruges. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between London and Bruges and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Bruges from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from London to Bruges is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between London and Bruges including taking a coach, train, flight and ferry.
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