How to get from Bruges to Amsterdam
- 175 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 25m
- 17 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 25m
1 transfer
Train
€56
Cheapest
3h 55m
direct
Bus
€17
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bruges to Amsterdam. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 55m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 175 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
175 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €56Reading date not recorded | 3h 25m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Reading date not recorded | 3h 55mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€56Reading date not recorded3h 25m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€17Reading date not recorded3h 55m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bruges to Amsterdam: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bruges → Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus
FlixBus·3h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Bruges to Amsterdam
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€139November 2026
€123Departures from Bruges to Amsterdam
FlixBus runs 17 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:05 and the last at 17:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 17 | 02:05 | 17:45 |
All departures
- 02:05
- 03:05
- 03:30
- 04:05
- 06:05
- 07:05
- 07:25
- 08:05
- 08:25
- 12:20
- 13:20
- 14:10
- 14:20
- 15:10
- 15:45
- 16:45
- 17:45
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCB, NS Int; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bruges to Amsterdam works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Bruges to Amsterdam Sloterdijk, about 3h 55m. In total it's roughly €17 over 3h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Bruges to Amsterdam: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bruges to Amsterdam?
The most useful route takes about 3h 55m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Bruges to Amsterdam?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:05 and the last at 17:45, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Bruges to Amsterdam?
17 a day with FlixBus, between 02:05 and 17:45.
How far is Amsterdam from Bruges?
About 175 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bruges to Amsterdam cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €17. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bruges to Amsterdam?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SNCB, NS Int.
Can you get from Bruges to Amsterdam without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 3h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bruges to Amsterdam?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 2 Oct 2026