The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Bruges
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Bruges will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mechelen for Bruges on Wed, Nov 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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 Mechelen to Bruges
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Bruges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 90 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mechelen to Bruges train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Bruges trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:19 AM Mechelen | 1h35 | 7:54 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 AM Mechelen | 1h41 | 8:35 AM Bruges | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Bruges
Trains from Mechelen to Bruges run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Regional, PKP Intercity, SNCB from Mechelen to Bruges trainsRegional, PKP Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Bruges from €5. 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 Mechelen to Bruges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Mechelen, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bruges, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mechelen to Bruges
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant De Graspoort
- Il Cardinale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- NH Mechelen
- Hotel Elisabeth
- Martin's Patershof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and regional destinations
- Train: IC, S-train
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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