Day trip from Bruges to Ghent by train
Why visit Ghent for the day?
Ghent is known for its canals, medieval centre and lively student atmosphere. Historic quays, Gravensteen and Saint Bavo's Cathedral give the city a cultured yet relaxed character.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £129 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £129, while a flight costs an average of £507.
Distance: 850 km
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£129 Average Price Cheapest | £507 Average Price | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 31m Average total duration 20h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Birmingham to Bruges
Compare the available ways to get from Birmingham to Bruges, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Bruges is a coach with an average price of £129.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bruges:
A coach is £378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Bruges costing on average £507.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Bruges is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 21m.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 31m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Birmingham and Bruges including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £129 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£77. The journey takes 20h 1m versus 13h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Birmingham to Bruges
How to get to Bruges from Birmingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Birmingham to Bruges is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
15:30 12h30 Birmingham 4:00 Bruges (station Brugge) £37 1 One-way 1 change
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15:30 12h30 Birmingham 4:00 Bruges (station Brugge) £37 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
15:30 12h30 Birmingham 4:00 Bruges (station Brugge) £37 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
4:50 13h05 Birmingham 17:55 Bruges (station Brugge) £37 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Bruges by train
The most popular day trips by train from Bruges are Ghent and Brussels. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bruges on Omio.
Day trip from Bruges to Brussels by train
Why visit Brussels for the day?
Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Bruges
Travel to Bruges easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Bruges.
There are 3 options to travel between Birmingham and Bruges including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Bruges is a coach with an average price of £129.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Bruges:
A coach is £378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Bruges costing on average £507.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Bruges is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 21m.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 31m.
The Birmingham to Bruges distance is approximately 850 km.
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Bruges is:
- Around 33 flights per day.
- Around 6 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Bruges as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Bruges:
- Coaches mostly depart from Birmingham and arrive in Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
- Flights mostly depart from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Bordeaux Mérignac Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Bruges, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Vueling, Air Baltic, easyJet to go to Bruges by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Bruges by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Birmingham to Bruges:
- 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Bruges often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Ghent, Brussels, Amsterdam, Bordeaux. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bruges and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Birmingham to Bruges, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
A visit to Bruges typically requires two to three days to explore its medieval architecture, canals, and key attractions such as the Belfry, Markt Square, and museums.
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