City in West Flanders, Belgium
Getting around Bruges
How to get around Bruges
Walk or cycle; the historic center is small and mostly car-free. Trains arrive at Brugge station about 1.5 km from the Markt; buses cover the outskirts.
Ways to get around Bruges
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | Free | Everything in the old center is within 20 minutes on foot |
| Bicycle rental | About 12–20 EUR a day | Good flat routes to Damme and the coast |
| De Lijn buses | About 2.50–3 EUR | Station to Markt is quick; buy via the app or contactless |
| SNCB trains | Varies | Direct to Ghent (25 min), Brussels (1 h) and Ostend |
Ride-hailing apps in Bruges
A 5 km ride costs about €12–20 ($14–23).
- Taxis wait at the station and Markt but are costly; book ahead for the airport. Walking or cycling is usually faster.
Arriving in Bruges
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Train via Brussels about 1.25–1.75 h, 20–25 EUR; taxi about 150–180 EUR.
Ostend–Bruges Airport (OST)
Small airport with limited routes; bus plus train or taxi about 30–40 EUR, 30–40 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are valid as they are; non-EU visitors should carry an IDP alongside their licence.
- Onward travel in Belgium: Frequent trains link all cities, most within 1–2 hours of Brussels. High-speed trains reach Paris, London, Amsterdam and Cologne; regional buses fill the gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Bruges?
Yes. Apps that work here: Bolt, Uber.
What's the best way to get around Bruges?
Walk or cycle; the historic center is small and mostly car-free. Trains arrive at Brugge station about 1.5 km from the Markt; buses cover the outskirts.
How do I get from the airport to Bruges?
Train via Brussels about 1.25–1.75 h, 20–25 EUR; taxi about 150–180 EUR.
Is Bruges walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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