The average train between Emden and Bruges takes 13h 7m and the fastest train takes 8h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Emden to Bruges. 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 twice daily between Emden and Bruges. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Emden is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Bruges at 11:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Leer(Ostfriesl) and take an average of 13h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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14h 18m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Emden to Bruges? 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 Emden to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Emden station and arriving at Bruges station via Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.
Emden to Bruges train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leer(Ostfriesl) station.
Emden to Bruges train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruges station.
Book your Emden to Bruges train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Emden and Bruges is 361.9 km. The road distance is 557 km.
You can take a train from Emden Hbf to Bruges via Leer(Ostfriesl), Groningen, Schiphol Airport Train Station, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Anvers-Central in around 8h 15m.