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Three ways to Travel from Bruges to Essen

Composite routes from Bruges to Essen

Cheapest
1 h 25 min
Car
111 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 22 min
90 km.
from $30.13
3 h 44 min
90 km.
from $26.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bruges to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$17.69

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Kapellen Dorp to Essen
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.01

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruges to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.90–$21.48
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Essen(B)
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.94–$8.84

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Essen is to bus and line 67 bus which costs $15.22 - $20.65 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Essen Bibliotheek via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C2 and Kapellen Dorp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Essen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Essen(B) via Antwerpen-Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Bruges to Essen?

The distance between Bruges and Essen is 149 km. The road distance is 112.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Essen without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Bruges to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen bus from?

Bruges to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Essen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Essen is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 67 bus, which costs $15.22 - $20.65 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Bruges to Essen bus arrive?

Bruges to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Bruges to Essen train arrive?

Bruges to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Essen is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Bruges to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bruges to Essen?

Book your Bruges to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 232+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $54.78 per night.
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