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If you want to travel from London to Bruges by train, you've come to the right place!
The journey from London to Bruges takes just 3 hours and 26 minutes on the fastest services, involving one change at Brussels Midi station. High-speed Eurostar trains will get you as far as Brussels and from there you can change onto a local Belgian SNCB train to complete your journey to Bruges. You can expect to find 5 trains per day running the 144 miles (231 km) between these two cities.
Taking the Eurostar to Bruges from London
Hop on the Eurostar at London St Pancras and you'll enjoy modern comfortable seating, free WiFi, and plug sockets as standard. Snacks and drinks are available from Café Metropole throughout the journey, so sit back and relax as you whizz through the Channel Tunnel from London to Bruges. If you fancy travelling in style, Business Premier seats are made of plush leather, you’ll be served complimentary food on board and get access to the lounge at St Pancras.
The Eurostar will take you to Brussels, where you’ll need to change to a local SNCB train from the same station to reach Bruges. Once you arrive, why not climb the 366 steps to the top of the iconic Belfry Tower for views over Bruges city centre or take in the sights from a boat trip along Bruges’ winding canals.
If you want to know more about the journey from London to Bruges by train, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets to Bruges from London and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search for train tickets with us today!
It takes an average of 3h 20m to travel from London to Bruges (Brugge) by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (231 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from London to Bruges (Brugge) and tickets for this journey start from £70.81 when you book in advance.
First train | 06:16 | |
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Last train | 19:34 | |
Departure station | London | |
Arrival station | Bruges (Brugge) | |
Journey time | From 3h 10m | |
Distance | 144 miles (231 km) | |
Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £70.81 | |
Train and bus operators | Flixbus, BlaBlaCar Bus |
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from London to Bruges (Brugge) by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between London and Bruges (Brugge) is 3 hours and 20 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from London to Bruges (Brugge) is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
Train ticket prices from London to Bruges (Brugge) can start from as little as £70.81 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from London to Bruges (Brugge). Travelling from London to Bruges (Brugge) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from London to Bruges (Brugge) leaves at 06:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from London to Bruges (Brugge) leaves at 19:34. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from London to Bruges (Brugge) cover a distance of around 144 miles (231 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Bruges (Brugge) to London. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from London to Bruges (Brugge).