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

The cheapest way to get from Merchtem to Bruges is to bus which costs €8 - €16 and takes 3h 49m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Merchtem and Bruges?

No, there is no direct bus from Merchtem to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Merchtem Varkensmarkt and arriving at Bruges via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Merchtem and Bruges?

No, there is no direct train from Merchtem to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Merchtem and arriving at Bruges via Termonde and Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Merchtem to Bruges?

The distance between Merchtem and Bruges is 82 km. The road distance is 88.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merchtem to Bruges without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €13 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Merchtem to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Bruges bus from?

Merchtem to Bruges bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Merchtem Varkensmarkt station.

Where do I catch the Merchtem to Bruges train from?

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

Train or bus from Merchtem to Bruges?

The best way to get from Merchtem to Bruges is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs €13 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €16 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Merchtem to Bruges bus arrive?

Merchtem to Bruges bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Merchtem to Bruges train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merchtem to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Merchtem to Bruges is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Merchtem to Bruges.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 4517+ hotels available in Bruges.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Merchtem to Bruges 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 Merchtem to TermondeS10 / ...
2. Take the train from Termonde to Gand-Saint-PierreL / ...
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to BrugesIc / ...
1h 42m
€14–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Brussel Noord afstaphalteR45
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to BrugesB840 / ...
3h 49m
€8–16
Drive 88.9 km
1. Drive from Merchtem to Bruges88.9 km
1h 10m
€14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Dendermonde Station perron 4R45
2. Take the train from Termonde to BrugesL
2h 38m
€11–16

Merchtem to Bruges by train

233Weekly Trains

1h 42mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.1 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Merchtem to Bruges via Termonde and Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merchtem Varkensmarkt to Bruges via Brussel Noord afstaphalte and Brussels-North train station in around 3h 49m.

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