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Bruges to Colchester trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bruges and Colchester takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Colchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 10m
Duration
270 mi
Distance
£140
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Bruges to Courtraitrain train Ic / ...
  2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train
5h
£118–201

Bruges to Colchester train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bruges and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Colchester at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 55m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 57m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 30m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia4h 58m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 8m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 9m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 8m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 8m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 10m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 10m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 10m • 4 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon Underground (Tube)Greater Anglia5h 10m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bruges to Colchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 269.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Bruges to Colchester via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h.

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