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Sint-Janshospitaal
Major city museum in a medieval hospital, presenting Bruges art and history around Memling’s works and the former infirmary.
Cheapest price on 22 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 22 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 22 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 22 Sept
54 m
Trains on 22 Sept
240
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Bruges will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Tue 22 Sept, we found 240 trains from Brussels to Bruges, including 195 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
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429 · 1829
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533Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. 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 train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 88 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Bruges:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Brussels to Bruges costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.17. The journey takes 1h 16m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Bruges trains for today, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1529 | 8:15 Brussels-North | 1h11 | 9:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1529 | 8:20 Brussels-Central | 1h06 | 9:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
429 · 1829 | 8:23 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 9:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2331 | 8:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 10:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
429 · 1829 | 8:28 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 9:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1529 | 8:29 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 9:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2331 | 8:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 10:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
429 · 1829 | 8:37 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 9:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2830 | 8:38 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 9:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2331 | 8:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 10:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2830 | 8:43 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 9:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2830 | 8:51 Brussels-Midi | 0h59 | 9:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
530 | 8:56 Brussels-North | 1h05 | 10:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
530 | 9:01 Brussels-Central | 1h00 | 10:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
530 | 9:08 Brussels-Midi | 0h53 | 10:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1530 | 9:15 Brussels-North | 1h11 | 10:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1530 | 9:20 Brussels-Central | 1h06 | 10:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
430 · 1830 | 9:23 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 10:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2332 | 9:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 11:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
430 · 1830 | 9:28 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 10:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1530 | 9:29 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 10:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2332 | 9:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 11:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
430 · 1830 | 9:37 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 10:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2831 | 9:38 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 10:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2332 | 9:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 11:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2831 | 9:43 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 10:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2831 | 9:51 Brussels-Midi | 0h59 | 10:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
531 | 9:54 Brussels-North | 1h07 | 11:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
531 | 9:59 Brussels-Central | 1h02 | 11:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
531 | 10:07 Brussels-Midi | 0h54 | 11:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1531 | 10:16 Brussels-North | 1h10 | 11:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1531 | 10:21 Brussels-Central | 1h05 | 11:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
431 · 1831 | 10:23 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 11:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2333 | 10:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 12:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
431 · 1831 | 10:28 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 11:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1531 | 10:29 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 11:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2333 | 10:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 12:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
431 · 1831 | 10:37 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 11:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2832 | 10:38 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 11:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2333 | 10:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 12:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2832 | 10:43 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 11:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2832 | 10:51 Brussels-Midi | 0h59 | 11:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
532 | 10:54 Brussels-North | 1h07 | 12:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
532 | 10:59 Brussels-Central | 1h02 | 12:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
532 | 11:07 Brussels-Midi | 0h54 | 12:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1532 | 11:16 Brussels-North | 1h10 | 12:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1532 | 11:21 Brussels-Central | 1h05 | 12:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
432 · 1832 | 11:23 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 12:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2334 | 11:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 13:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
432 · 1832 | 11:28 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 12:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1532 | 11:29 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 12:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2334 | 11:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 13:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
432 · 1832 | 11:37 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 12:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2833 | 11:38 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 12:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2334 | 11:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 13:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2833 | 11:43 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 12:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2833 | 11:51 Brussels-Midi | 0h59 | 12:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
533 | 11:54 Brussels-North | 1h07 | 13:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
533 | 11:59 Brussels-Central | 1h02 | 13:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 22 September | |||||
545 | 0:18 Brussels-North | 1h24 | 1:42 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
545 | 0:23 Brussels-Central | 1h19 | 1:42 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
545 | 0:30 Brussels-Midi | 1h12 | 1:42 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
527 | 6:07 Brussels-Midi | 0h54 | 7:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1527 | 6:16 Brussels-North | 1h11 | 7:27 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1527 | 6:21 Brussels-Central | 1h06 | 7:27 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
427 · 1827 | 6:23 Brussels-North | 1h13 | 7:36 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2329 | 6:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 8:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
427 · 1827 | 6:28 Brussels-Central | 1h08 | 7:36 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1527 | 6:30 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 7:27 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2329 | 6:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 8:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
427 · 1827 | 6:36 Brussels-Midi | 1h00 | 7:36 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2828 | 6:38 Brussels-North | 1h10 | 7:48 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2329 | 6:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 8:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2828 | 6:43 Brussels-Central | 1h05 | 7:48 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2828 | 6:50 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 7:48 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
528 | 6:54 Brussels-North | 1h11 | 8:05 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
528 | 6:59 Brussels-Central | 1h06 | 8:05 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
528 | 7:07 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 8:05 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1528 | 7:15 Brussels-North | 1h11 | 8:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
1528 | 7:20 Brussels-Central | 1h06 | 8:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
428 · 1828 | 7:23 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 8:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2330 | 7:27 Brussels-North | 2h17 | 9:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
428 · 1828 | 7:28 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 8:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
1528 | 7:29 Brussels-Midi | 0h57 | 8:26 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2330 | 7:32 Brussels-Central | 2h12 | 9:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
428 · 1828 | 7:37 Brussels-Midi | 0h58 | 8:35 Bruges station | 1 change | |
2829 | 7:38 Brussels-North | 1h12 | 8:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2330 | 7:39 Brussels-Midi | 2h05 | 9:44 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2829 | 7:43 Brussels-Central | 1h07 | 8:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
2829 | 7:50 Brussels-Midi | 1h00 | 8:50 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
529 | 7:56 Brussels-North | 1h05 | 9:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
529 | 8:01 Brussels-Central | 1h00 | 9:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
529 | 8:08 Brussels-Midi | 0h53 | 9:01 Bruges station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Brussels to Bruges run on average 49 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 42 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 50m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Bruges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruges trip today.
Major city museum in a medieval hospital, presenting Bruges art and history around Memling’s works and the former infirmary.
Museum dedicated to Flemish Primitives and later Bruges masters. Essential for visitors interested in painting and the city’s artistic past.
Engaging museum on Flemish life, traditions, crafts, and folklore. A strong local favourite for understanding daily culture in Bruges.
Bruges’ central market square with colourful guild houses, the Belfry, and lively street life. A natural starting point for most visits.
Small square and canal-side scene with one of Bruges’ most photographed views. Ideal for a short pause and classic city pictures.
Quiet courtyard of white almshouses and trees near the centre. A serene place for a gentle walk and a break from busier streets.
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.
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.
Crisp twice-fried chips served with mayonnaise or other sauces. Belgian frites are a point of local pride and an everyday favourite in Bruges.
Refined Belgian dining in an elegant canal-side setting, with seasonal menus and a polished atmosphere.
Classic spot for Belgian fries with a broad sauce selection. Casual, quick and well known for a quintessential local snack.
Well-established restaurant focused on Belgian seafood and seasonal dishes, with a cosy and intimate dining room.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining in the historic centre are pricier, but local cafés, supermarkets and walkable sights help keep daily costs manageable.
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.
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Brugge Station -> Markt, Brugge
The beautiful, medieval city of Bruges is famed for its UNESCO-protected centre. Highlights include the Belfry and the Basilica of the Holy Blood. Trains from Brussels to Bruges depart from either Brussels Midi, Brussels Central or Brussels Nord and all terminate at Bruges Railway Station. Brussels to Bruges trains are often direct, however, some will have a change at Gent St Pieters. The first train from Brussels to Bruges departs just after midnight and continues to run frequently throughout the day until the last service at 19:59. All London to Bruges trains are operated by the SNCB. There are over 40 trains from Brussels to Bruges a day.
Brussels to Bruges trains are operated by SNCB.
The Brussels to Bruges train usually takes just over an hour to complete, with the fastest services taking only 55 minutes to reach Bruges.
There are plenty of direct trains from Bruges to Brussels daily. There are some journeys that require a change at Gent St. Pieters.
Trains from Brussels to Bruges begin running in the early morning and continue regularly throughout the day past midnight into the very early morning. The first morning Brussels to Bruges train departs at just after midnight while the last leaves Brussels at 19:59 p.m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Bruges 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 Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels to Bruges trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Brugge station pair, with some services arriving at Brugge-St.-Pieters. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Bruges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: 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 Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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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