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

From Bruges to Turnhout by bus and train

To get from Bruges to Turnhout 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 49 bus from Turnhout Station Platform 1 station to Turnhout Graatakker station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 39 min. The bus and train schedule from Bruges may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Turnhout on the Moovit app.

159min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 4949
Walk to Turnhout
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
    Turnhout
    46 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Turnhout Station Platform 1
    ID 106231
    140 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    Geel Hospital
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Turnhout Graatakker
    ID 103978
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Turnhout
    Walk to
    Turnhout
    Park Avenue
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bruges to Turnhout

The distance between Bruges and Turnhout is approximately 153.62 km, which can typically be travelled in 159 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bruges to Turnhout by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Turnhout – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bruges to Turnhout

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

    The fastest way takes 159 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 49.

  • Is there a direct train between Bruges and Turnhout?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 39 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bruges to Turnhout?

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

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

    The total travel time between Bruges and Turnhout by train and bus is about 2 hr 39 min.

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

    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 Turnhout?

    Get off the train at the Turnhout stop, which is closest to Turnhout.

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