The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Bruges
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
8 h 2 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
636 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Bruges will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leipzig for Bruges 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 636 km distance in an average of 11 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 h 4 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Leipzig to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £161.
Distance: 636 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£116 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £378 Average Price |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leipzig to Bruges train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Bruges trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:41 Leipzig | 14h04 | 18:45 Bruges | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 Leipzig | 8h02 | 12:50 Bruges | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Bruges
Trains from Leipzig to Bruges run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 636 km distance in 8h 2m.
Distance 636 km |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 23:23 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Leipzig to Bruges trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Leipzig and Bruges from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Leipzig to Bruges train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Bruges
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
- 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.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station is small with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
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