The average train between Rotterdam and Bruges takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotterdam to Bruges. 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 2 hours between Rotterdam and Bruges. The earliest departure is at 6:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotterdam is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Bruges at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam station and arriving at Bruges station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Rotterdam to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.
Rotterdam to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Bruges station.
Book your Rotterdam to Bruges train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Rotterdam and Bruges is 117.6 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bruges via Anvers-Central in around 2h 42m.