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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Bruges

Composite routes from Essen to Bruges

Cheapest
1 h 22 min
Car
108 km.
from $5
Other
2 h 49 min
90 km.
from $28.04
4 h
90 km.
from $30.41

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Bruges
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$17.69

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Essen Bibliotheek to Kapellen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.08

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Essen to Antwerpen-Centraal
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.06–$8.84
Train from Anvers-Central to Bruges
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$18.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bruges?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bruges is to train which costs $15.22 - $23.91 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bruges?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bruges is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bruges?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Essen Bibliotheek and arriving at Bruges via Kapellen Dorp, Merksem P+R Merksem perron 1 and Antwerp Rooseveltplaats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bruges?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Essen and arriving at Bruges via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Essen to Bruges?

The distance between Essen and Bruges is 133 km. The road distance is 109.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bruges without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bruges without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bruges?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Essen to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bruges bus from?

Essen to Bruges bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Essen Bibliotheek station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bruges train from?

Essen to Bruges train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Essen station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bruges?

The best way to get from Essen to Bruges is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs $15.22 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can line 67 bus and bus, which costs $18.48 - $23.91 and takes 4h.

Where does the Essen to Bruges bus arrive?

Essen to Bruges bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Kapellen Dorp station.

Where does the Essen to Bruges train arrive?

Essen to Bruges train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Antwerpen-Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bruges is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Essen to Bruges.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Bruges?

Book your Essen to Bruges train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 4082+ hotels available in Bruges. Prices start at $78.47 per night.
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