- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
A major Dutch art museum with works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and more, set in a landmark building on Museumplein.
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bruges to Schiphol will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bruges for Schiphol every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 162 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bruges to Schiphol trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:58 Bruges | 2h48 | 11:46 Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Bruges | 3h17 | 13:47 Schiphol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bruges to Schiphol run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Schiphol Airport Station -> Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bruges to Schiphol by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bruges to Schiphol trains use the Brugge to Schiphol Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Bruges and Schiphol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brugge is 1 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Leonidas, Deliway Brugge Station, EXKi, De Kantine, Zest Fresh Juice Bar, FavouRRs
ATMs are aTM machines are located inside the main hall. .
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30, Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30. Information desks are located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Available at Brugge: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brugge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge: Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges, ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station, Hotel NH Brugge.
Brugge-St.-Pieters is 2 km from Bruges city centre. Public transport options include:
Brugge-St.-Pieters has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Taxis.
Available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brugge-St.-Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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