Bruges to Brussels: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bruges from Brussels?

The distance from Bruges to Brussels is 54.9 miles (88.3 km) as the crow flies. Brussels is located ESE of Bruges. By car, the driving distance is approximately 60.3 miles, taking about 1h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in Belgium.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bruges and Brussels. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.