The average train between Bruges and Merchtem takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is an hourly train service from Bruges to Merchtem. 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 hourly between Bruges and Merchtem. The earliest departure is at 4:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Bruges is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Merchtem at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Gand-Saint-Pierre and take an average of 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Merchtem station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Bruges to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Merchtem station.
Book your Bruges to Merchtem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Bruges and Merchtem is 75.8 km. The road distance is 82 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Merchtem via Gand-Saint-Pierre and Termonde in around 1h 42m.