How to get from Essen to Bruges (BE)

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What is the best way to travel from Essen to Bruges (BE)?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Bruges (BE) from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 50m
£18
£24
2
Train
6h 22m
£56
£64
10
Car
3h 40m
£25
£25
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Bruges (BE) from Essen?

You can reach Bruges (BE) with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £20
Saturday
from £18
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £25
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    14:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    14:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    05:05
    Essen
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    21:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:15
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    11:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    13:20
    Essen
    17:00
    Bruges (BE)
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £25

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 23m
    0
    19:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    05:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    12:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    08:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    10:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    16:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £76

What are the fastest trips from Essen to Bruges (BE)?

You can get to Bruges (BE) from Essen in just 3h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 5h 50m
Saturday
from 5h 50m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 3h 40m
Thursday

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    14:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 50m
    0
    14:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    20:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 20m
    0
    05:05
    Essen
    Central Station
    13:25
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    13:20
    Essen
    17:00
    Bruges (BE)
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £25

    • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    08:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    14:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 22m
    0
    10:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    16:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 22m
    0
    05:16
    Essen
    Central Station
    12:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    11h 23m
    0
    19:15
    Essen
    Central Station
    06:38
    Bruges (BE)
    Saint Pieters Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £56

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    11:55
    Essen
    Central Station
    22:45
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    21:40
    Essen
    Central Station
    09:15
    Bruges (BE)
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Essen to Bruges (BE)

What are the most popular stations in Essen and Bruges (BE)?

In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Bruges (BE) you will be arriving at Central Station, Rijselstraat-Spoorwegstraat or Bargeplein, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bruges (BE) from Essen? With 3 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Bruges (BE), you can pay as low as £18 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Bruges (BE) in just 3h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Bruges (BE) are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Bruges (BE) is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Oostkamp, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Bruges (BE)?

The most popular companies between Essen and Bruges (BE), are FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Bruges (BE)

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Bruges (BE). See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Essen to Bruges (BE)

How can I reach Bruges (BE) from Essen?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Bruges (BE) from Essen.

How far is Bruges (BE) from Essen?

The distance between Essen and Bruges (BE) is 264.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Bruges (BE)?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Bruges (BE)?

You can get to Bruges (BE) with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bruges (BE)?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bruges (BE) in just 3h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Essen and to Bruges (BE)

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Bruges (BE). Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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