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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brussels to Gent

Composite routes from Brussels to Gent

Cheapest
39 min
Car
54 km.
from $2
Other
2 h 20 min
48 km.
from $11.93

Transport providers

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruxelles-Central to Gent-Sint-Pieters
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.63

Bus operators

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Train from Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 2 to Gent
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.08
Bus from Brussel IJzer to Aalst
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.08
Bus from Aalst Station perron 3 to Gentbrugge
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gent (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Gent (Station) is to bus and line 20 bus which costs $7.96 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Gent (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Gent (Station) is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Gent (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Gent (Station). However, there are services departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Gent Zuid perron 2 via Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Brussels to Gent (Station)?

The distance between Brussels and Gent (Station) is 58 km. The road distance is 53.8 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Gent (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Gent (Station) without a car is to train and tram which takes 53 min and costs $9.78 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Gent (Station)?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Brussels to Gent (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Gent (Station) train from?

Brussels to Gent (Station) train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.

Where does the Brussels to Gent (Station) train arrive?

Brussels to Gent (Station) train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gent-Sint-Pieters station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Gent (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Gent (Station) is 54 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Brussels to Gent (Station).

Where can I stay near Gent (Station)?

There are 750+ hotels available in Gent (Station). Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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