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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bruges is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bruges is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Bruges?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Bruges. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bruges?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bruges via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Essen to Bruges?

The distance between Essen and Bruges is 388 km. The road distance is 286.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Bruges without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 55m and costs €65 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Essen to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bruges bus from?

Essen to Bruges bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bruges train from?

Essen to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bruges?

The best way to get from Essen to Bruges is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 55m and costs €65 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Essen to Bruges bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Bruges train arrive?

Essen to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bruges is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Essen to Bruges.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Bruges?

Book your Essen to Bruges bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 4344+ hotels available in Bruges.

Essen to Bruges - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Bruges 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 Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugestrain Ic / ...
3h 55m
€69–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brugesbus N1360b
5h 50m
€20–40
Drive 286.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Brugescar 286.1 km
3h 6m
€43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugestrain Ic / ...
4h
€69–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen to Eindhovenbus
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven to Antwerpbus
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Brugestrain Ic / ...
6h 32m

Essen to Bruges by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 55mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 388.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bruges, Belgium?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bruges via Bruxelles Midi and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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