How to get from Bruges to Gistel by bus and train?

From Bruges to Gistel by bus and train

To get from Bruges to Gistel in Belgium, take the IC train from Bruges station to Ostend station. Next, take the 51 bus from Ostend Station Platform 8 station to Gistel Kruiskalsijde station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Bruges may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gistel on the Moovit app.

49min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5151
Leaves from Bruges

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bruges
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ostend
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Torhout Station Platform 1
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    Ride to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 501107
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bruges to Gistel by bus and train via IC and 50

To get from Bruges to Gistel in Belgium, take the IC train from Bruges station to Ostend station. Next, take the 50 bus from Ostend Station Platform 8 station to Gistel Kruiskalsijde station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Bruges may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gistel on the Moovit app.

76min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5050
Leaves from Bruges

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bruges
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ostend
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Koekelare Village
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    Ride to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 501107
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bruges to Gistel

The distance between Bruges, Belgium and Gistel, Belgium is approximately 33.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bruges to Gistel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bruges to Gistel

To check the bus and train schedule from Bruges to Gistel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bruges) and destination (Gistel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bruges to Gistel by bus and train via IC and 50

To get from Bruges to Gistel in Belgium, take the IC train from Bruges station to Ostend station. Next, take the 50 bus from Ostend Station Platform 8 station to Gistel Kruiskalsijde station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Bruges may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gistel on the Moovit app.

76min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5050
Leaves from Bruges

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bruges
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ostend
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 8
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    Koekelare Village
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    Ride to bus station
    Gistel Kruiskalsijde
    ID 501107
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bruges to Gistel?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Train line Ostend - Welkenraedt, Bus line Ostend - Gistel - Westkerke - Eernegem - Torhout.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bruges to Gistel?

    The alternative route takes 76 minutes, using Train line Ostend - Welkenraedt, Bus line Ostend - Gistel - Westkerke - Eernegem - Koekelare.

  • Is there a direct train between Bruges and Gistel?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bruges to Gistel?

    The IC train line goes from Ostend station near Bruges in Brugge to Ostend station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ostend station near Gistel in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bruges to Gistel by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bruges in Brugge and Gistel in Belgium by train and bus is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bruges to get to Gistel?

    Get on the IC train from the Ostend station near Bruges in Brugge.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bruges and Gistel?

    Get off the train at the Ostend stop, which is closest to Gistel in Belgium.

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