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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Machelen is to bus and line 58 bus which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Machelen is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Machelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Machelen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Vier Fonteinen via Gare Du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Machelen?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Machelen. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Vilvorde via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Bruges to Machelen?

The distance between Bruges and Machelen is 105 km. The road distance is 105.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Machelen without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €17 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Bruges to Machelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Machelen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bruges to Machelen train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Machelen?

The best way to get from Bruges to Machelen is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs €17 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 58 bus, which costs €11 - €17 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Bruges to Machelen bus arrive?

Bruges to Machelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Bruges to Machelen train arrive?

Bruges to Machelen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Bruges to Machelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Machelen is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Bruges to Machelen.

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

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Where can I stay near Machelen?

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Bruges to Machelen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 58 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bruges to Machelen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Vilvordetrain Ic / ...
1h 40m
€18–76
Bus, line 58 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Brussels-North train stationbus 819 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gare Du Nord to Vier Fonteinenbus 58
2h 8m
€11–16
Drive 105.1 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Machelencar 105.1 km
1h 8m
€17–24

Bruges to Machelen by train

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Distance: 105.3 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Machelen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Bruges to Vilvorde via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bruges to Vier Fonteinen via Brussels-North train station and Gare Du Nord in around 2h 8m.

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