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

From Bruges to Nijlen by bus and train

To get from Bruges to Nijlen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Bruges station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 85 bus from Lier Station Platform 4 station to Nijlen Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Bruges may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Nijlen on the Moovit app.

127min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 8585
Walk to Nijlen
Leaves from Bruges

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bruges
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    83 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Turnhout
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lierre
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lier Station Platform 4
    ID 106989
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Herentals Station Drop-off
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nijlen Station
    ID 107014
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Nijlen
    Walk to
    Nijlen
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bruges to Nijlen

The distance between Bruges, Belgium and Nijlen, Belgium is approximately 127.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 127 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bruges to Nijlen 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 Nijlen

To check the bus and train schedule from Bruges to Nijlen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bruges) and destination (Nijlen), 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 127 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 85.

  • Is there a direct train between Bruges and Nijlen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 7 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bruges to Nijlen?

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp-Berchem station near Bruges in Brugge to Lierre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Lierre station near Nijlen in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Bruges in Brugge and Nijlen in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp-Berchem station near Bruges in Brugge.

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

    Get off the train at the Lierre stop, which is closest to Nijlen in Belgium.

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