
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 train as it is the most popular option from Ludwigshafen to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £441.
Distance: 329 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£127 Average Price | £441 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ludwigshafen to Brussels:
A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ludwigshafen to Brussels costing on average £127.
A coach is £416 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ludwigshafen to Brussels costing on average £441.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 22m.
Coach takes on average 8h 13m.
You'll arrive about 57m sooner (4h 0m by train vs 4h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £127 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Brussels from Ludwigshafen by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Ludwigshafen to Brussels is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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 Ludwigshafen to Brussels:
A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ludwigshafen to Brussels costing on average £127.
A coach is £416 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ludwigshafen to Brussels costing on average £441.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 22m.
Coach takes on average 8h 13m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ludwigshafen and Brussels as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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