The average train between Bruges and Meppel takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Meppel. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bruges and Meppel. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Meppel at 10:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bruges to Meppel? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Meppel station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Bruges to Meppel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Meppel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Meppel station.
Book your Bruges to Meppel train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Bruges and Meppel is 262.2 km. The road distance is 386 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Meppel via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 5h 14m.