
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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £89 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £89, while a flight costs an average of £246.
Distance: 929 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train | Driving |
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£246 Average Price | £89 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price | £176 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 56m Average total duration 20h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 54m Average total duration 16h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Venice to Bruges, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Bruges:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Bruges costing on average £165.
A coach is £158 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Bruges costing on average £246.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 54m.
Coach takes on average 20h 56m.
You'll arrive about 9h 49m sooner (3h 15m by flight vs 13h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £246 compared to roughly £176 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 Bruges from Venice by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Venice to Bruges is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bruges are Ghent, Brussels, Antwerp, Ostend and Leuven. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bruges on Omio.

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.

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.

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.

Ostend is Belgium’s best-known seaside city, with a wide beach, busy port and long promenade. It is known for seafood, the art of James Ensor and a coastal character that feels lively yet down to earth.

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.
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 Venice to Bruges.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Bruges:
A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Bruges costing on average £165.
A coach is £158 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Bruges costing on average £246.
Other travel options to Bruges take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 54m.
Coach takes on average 20h 56m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Venice and Bruges as scheduled services by coach, flight and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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