The average train between Bruges and Nijmegen takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Bruges to Nijmegen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bruges and Nijmegen. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruges is at 10:25 PM which arrives into Nijmegen at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bruges to Nijmegen? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Nijmegen. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Nijmegen station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Bruges to Nijmegen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Nijmegen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Nijmegen station.
Book your Bruges to Nijmegen train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Bruges and Nijmegen is 195 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Nijmegen via Anvers-Central and Breda in around 3h 54m.