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

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Gelsenkirchen and Bruges?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelsenkirchen station to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Bruges via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Bruges?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Bruges via Aachen Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Bruges is 402 km. The road distance is 294.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges without a car is to train via Liège which takes 4h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Bruges bus from?

Gelsenkirchen to Bruges bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Bruges train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Bruges train services, operated by National Express, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges is to train via Liège which takes 4h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Bruges bus arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Bruges bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Bruges train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Bruges train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Bruges is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges.

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

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Bruges train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges?

Book your Gelsenkirchen to Bruges bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 3665+ hotels available in Bruges.

Gelsenkirchen to Bruges - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelsenkirchen to Bruges by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train via Liège
best
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guilleminstrain Tha
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Brugestrain Ic / ...
4h 55m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brugesbus N1360b
6h 59m
€29–54
Drive 294.9 km
1. Drive from Gelsenkirchen to Brugescar 294.9 km
3h 14m
€47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane DUS - BRU
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugestrain
7h 18m
€156–334
Train
1. Take the train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugestrain Ic / ...
5h 3m
€103–198
Train #2
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Brugestrain Ic / ...
5h 30m
€123–207

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Brussels Airport (BRU) flights

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Distance: 401.6 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Bruges, Belgium?

You can take a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bruges via Aachen Hbf and Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Bruges 5 times a week. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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