The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Bruges
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
3 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Bruges will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leiden for Bruges on Wed, Dec 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 10 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 6 m .
On Wed, Dec 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leiden to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 137 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€59 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leiden to Bruges train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Bruges trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 AM Leiden | 3h16 | 11:01 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Leiden | 3h06 | 12:01 PM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Bruges
Trains from Leiden to Bruges run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 21:32 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Intercity from Leiden to Bruges trainsPKP Intercity, Intercity trains will get you between Leiden and Bruges from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Bruges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden to Bruges by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leiden to Bruges
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
- Located in the main hall
- 4720 places, some covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
- Starbucks
- Leonidas
- Deliway Brugge Station
- EXKi
- De Kantine
- Zest Fresh Juice Bar
- FavouRRs
- Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
- ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
- Hotel NH Brugge
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
- Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
- Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station is small with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
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