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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Merchtem is to bus which costs €8 - €13 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Merchtem is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussel Noord opstaphalte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Merchtem?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Merchtem. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Merchtem via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Bruges to Merchtem?

The distance between Bruges and Merchtem is 117 km. The road distance is 89.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Merchtem without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Bruges to Merchtem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Merchtem bus from?

Bruges to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Merchtem train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Merchtem?

The best way to get from Bruges to Merchtem is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €13 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Bruges to Merchtem bus arrive?

Bruges to Merchtem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Bruges to Merchtem train arrive?

Bruges to Merchtem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Merchtem?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Merchtem is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Bruges to Merchtem.

Where can I stay near Merchtem?

There are 1782+ hotels available in Merchtem.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bruges to Merchtem by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Merchtemtrain S10 / ...
1h 40m
€14–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Brussels-North train stationbus 819 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Merchtem Varkensmarktbus R45
3h 8m
€9–13
Drive 89.6 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Merchtemcar 89.6 km
1h 10m
€14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bruges to Termondetrain L / ...
2. Take the bus from Dendermonde Station perron 4 to Merchtem Burchtlaanbus R45
2h 26m
€11–15

Bruges to Merchtem by train

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Distance: 116.5 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Bruges to Merchtem via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruges to Merchtem Varkensmarkt via Brussels-North train station and Brussel Noord opstaphalte in around 3h 8m.

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