Bologna to Bruges: Road Trip Guide & Distance

596.6 miles 960.2 km · straight line
715.9 miles estimated 1152.2 km · driving distance
14h 24min estimated drive time
€131 - €161 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Bruges?

The distance from Bologna to Bruges is 596.6 miles (960.2 km) as the crow flies. Bruges is located NW of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 715.9 miles, taking about 14h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Bologna is in Italy, while Bruges is in Belgium.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna and Bruges. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bologna to Bruges

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 24min €131 - €161 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 17min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 43min $86–$251* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & Bruges

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m elevation
Bruges
51.21°N, 3.22°E
Europe/Brussels
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients