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How to get from Bruges to Essen?

Are you planning to travel to Essen from Bruges and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Bruges to Essen, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Bruges and Essen, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, Blablabus or FlixBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Bruges and Essen, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Bruges Essen trip.

For your trip from Bruges to Essen, you have several transport options

Bruges to Essen bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Bruges to Essen, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Bruges to Essen train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Bruges Essen train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Bruges Essen

Carpooling between Bruges and Essen is perfect if you want to travel to Essen in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Bruges or Essen.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Bruges to Essen transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Bruges Essen

City of departure
Bruges
Belgium
Destination city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
164 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by coach and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Bruges to Essen easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Bruges to Essen easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Bruges and Essen that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Bruges and Essen with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Bruges and Essen

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Bruges to Essen?
Prices Coach tickets from Bruges to Essen are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Essen (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Bruges to Essen are usually much slower than trains to Essen to cover the 164 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Bruges to Essen?
Flexible Carpooling from Bruges to Essen is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Bruges to Essen?
Comfort Trains between Bruges and Essen generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Flexibility Bruges Essen train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.

Where to start from in Bruges? Where do I arrive in Essen?

Bruges departure bus stations

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Bruges Departure Stations

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Brugge-Sint-Pieters
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Essen arrival coach stations

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Essen Arrival Stations

Essen Hbf
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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Hügel
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Essen-Werden
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coach Bruges Essen

The average price of a bus ticket for the Bruges-Essen route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Bruges to Essen on Vivanoda.

The frequency of departures to Bruges from Essen varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Essen, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Bruges-Essen bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Bruges Essen

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Bruges Essen

Trains between Bruges and Essen are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Bruges to Essen. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Bruges to Essen at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies from Bruges to Essen

SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
Thalys
Thalys
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
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Carpool Bruges Essen

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling is generally considered to be a safe option for travelling between Bruges and Essen. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your trip to Bruges Essen to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Bruges Essen

Blablacar
Blablacar
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