
Day trip from Brussels to Bruges by train
Why visit Bruges for the day?
Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £84 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £84, while a flight costs an average of £391.
Distance: 918 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach | Driving |
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£391 Average Price | £119 Average Price | £84 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 39m Average total duration 14h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 45m Average total duration 20h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.8 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Brussels:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Brussels costing on average £119.
A coach is £307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Brussels costing on average £391.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 39m.
Coach takes on average 20h 45m.
You'll arrive about 9h 20m sooner (3h 10m by flight vs 12h 30m by car). Tickets start at around £391 compared to roughly £206 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Brussels from Ljubljana by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Ljubljana to Brussels is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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312 · RJ 110 · ICE 698 · ICE 18
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 524 · ICE 312
EC 214 · EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 22
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LO616 · LO233
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The most popular day trips by train from Brussels are Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Leuven and Liège. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Brussels on Omio.

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.

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.

Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.

Leuven is known for its historic university, brewing heritage and energetic student life. Its Gothic centre, led by the Grote Markt and Town Hall, feels grand yet easy-going.

Liège is a lively Walloon city on the Meuse, known for its industrial heritage and strong food culture. Historic streets, busy markets and the Montagne de Bueren give it an energetic, down-to-earth character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Brussels:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Brussels costing on average £119.
A coach is £307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Brussels costing on average £391.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 39m.
Coach takes on average 20h 45m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ljubljana and Brussels as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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