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

The cheapest way to get from Alken to Bruges is to bus which costs €14 - €21 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alken to Bruges is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Alken and Bruges?

No, there is no direct bus from Alken to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Alken Kerk and arriving at Bruges via Hasselt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Alken to Bruges?

The distance between Alken and Bruges is 176 km. The road distance is 172.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Alken to Bruges without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €19 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Alken to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alken to Bruges bus from?

Alken to Bruges bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hasselt Station.

Train or bus from Alken to Bruges?

The best way to get from Alken to Bruges is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €19 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €21 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Alken to Bruges bus arrive?

Alken to Bruges bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Can I drive from Alken to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Alken to Bruges is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Alken to Bruges.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 4344+ hotels available in Bruges.

Alken to Bruges - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Alken to Bruges by train, bus, or car

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Alken to Bruges by bus and train

169Weekly Services

3h 6mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.1 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Alken, Belgium and Bruges, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Alken to Bruges hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hasselt Station to Bruges twice daily. Tickets cost €11–18 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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