How to get from Amsterdam to Bruges
Amsterdam to Bruges is 175 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 3h 30m by train. The trip takes 3h 55m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Amsterdam to Bruges by price and travel time (route calculated on 4 November 2026).
- First bus at 06:00, last at 18:45
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Amsterdam to Bruges. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 55m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 175 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
175 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €48Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 3h 30mFastest1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 3h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
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- Train€48Our estimate, not a fare we saw3h 30m · 1 transferFastestSee Train details
- Bus€17Our estimate, not a fare we saw3h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Amsterdam to Bruges: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Amsterdam Sloterdijk → Brugesbus
FlixBus·3h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Amsterdam to Bruges
FlixBus publishes departures from 06:00 to 18:45.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 06:00 | 18:45 |
All departures
- 06:00
- 07:00
- 07:15
- 07:45
- 08:00
- 08:15
- 08:30
- 10:00
- 11:00
- 13:45
- 15:00
- 16:15
- 16:45
- 17:15
- 17:30
- 17:45
- 18:15
- 18:30
- 18:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusAmsterdam Sloterdijk-BrugesBook →
NS InternationalAmsterdam-Bruxelles MidiBook →
SNCBBruxelles Midi-BrugesBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, NS International, SNCB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Amsterdam to Bruges works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 4 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Bruges, about 3h 55m. In total it's roughly €17 over 3h 55m, direct, no transfers.
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Amsterdam to Bruges: common questions
How long does it take to get from Amsterdam to Bruges?
Routavio's route check on 4 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h 55m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Amsterdam to Bruges?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:00 and the last at 18:45, from Amsterdam Sloterdijk, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Amsterdam to Bruges leave from?
Amsterdam Sloterdijk with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Bruges from Amsterdam?
About 175 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Amsterdam to Bruges cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €17. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Amsterdam to Bruges?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, NS International, SNCB.
Can you get from Amsterdam to Bruges without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 3h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Bruges?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, NS International, SNCB
Route calculated: 4 Nov 2026