
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 Regensburg to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a flight costs an average of £462.
Distance: 590 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£94 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £462 Average Price | £102 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 43m Average total duration 13h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Regensburg to Brussels, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Regensburg to Brussels:
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Brussels costing on average £94.
A coach is £417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Brussels costing on average £462.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 18m.
Coach takes on average 13h 43m.
The journey is about 58m faster (6h 48m by train vs 7h 46m by car) and roughly £9 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£94 vs £102). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Brussels from Regensburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Regensburg to Brussels is by taking a coach 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 Regensburg to Brussels:
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Brussels costing on average £94.
A coach is £417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Brussels costing on average £462.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 18m.
Coach takes on average 13h 43m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Regensburg and Brussels as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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