
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 Valencia to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £106 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.3 - 3.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £106, while a flight costs an average of £330.
Distance: 1318 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£330 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest | £235 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 25h 19m Average total duration 24h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
4.0 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Valencia to Brussels, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Brussels:
A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Brussels costing on average £330.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Coach takes on average 25h 19m.
You'll arrive about 12h 50m sooner (3h 50m by flight vs 16h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £330 compared to roughly £235 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 Valencia by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Valencia 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 Valencia to Brussels:
A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Brussels costing on average £330.
Other travel options to Brussels take longer:
Coach takes on average 25h 19m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Valencia and Brussels as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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