Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bruges to Essen on 29 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	07:11	Bruges Train Station	4h 39m	11:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	09:11	Bruges Train Station	4h 39m	13:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	13:11	Bruges Train Station	4h 39m	17:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	13:58	Bruges Train Station	5h 18m	19:16	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	09:11	Bruges Train Station	4h 39m	13:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bruges to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

165 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £33	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £153	Average duration4h 48m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£19 - £19	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e