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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Meppel is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Meppel is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Meppel?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Meppel via Antwerpen-Centraal and Schiphol Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Bruges to Meppel?

The distance between Bruges and Meppel is 386 km. The road distance is 322 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Meppel without a car is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 5h 13m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Bruges to Meppel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Meppel train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Meppel?

The best way to get from Bruges to Meppel is to train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) which takes 5h 13m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Bruges to Meppel train arrive?

Bruges to Meppel train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Meppel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Meppel is 322 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Bruges to Meppel.

Where can I stay near Meppel?

There are 631+ hotels available in Meppel.

Bruges to Meppel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bruges to Meppel by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Meppeltrain
5h 13m
€56–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 826 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveenbus 075
7h 40m
€32–63
Drive 322 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Meppelcar 322 km
3h 37m
€57–83
Train
1. Take the train from Bruges to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Bredatrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Breda to Zwolletrain
5h 20m
€53–154

Bruges to Meppel by train

122Weekly Trains

5h 13mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.4 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Meppel, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Bruges to Meppel via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruges to Meppel via Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Heerenveen, and Heerenveen in around 7h 40m.

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