The average train between Bruges and Venlo takes 5h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Bruges to Venlo. 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 every 2 hours between Bruges and Venlo. 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 Venlo at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 5h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 3m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bruges to Venlo? 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 Venlo. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Venlo station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.
Bruges to Venlo train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Venlo train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Venlo station.
Book your Bruges to Venlo train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Bruges and Venlo is 205.5 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Venlo via Anvers-Central, Breda, and Eindhoven Centraal in around 4h 15m.