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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brussels to Ghent

Composite routes from Brussels to Ghent

Cheapest
42 min
Car
56 km.
from $3

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:
$7.07–$10.87
Bus from Bruxelles-Midi to Gent-Sint-Pieters
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week

Bus operators

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Brussel IJzer to Aalst
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.65
Bus from Aalst Station perron 3 to Gent
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Ghent (Station) is to bus and line 20 bus which costs $5.30 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Ghent (Station) is to train which takes 36 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Ghent (Station)?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Gent-Sint-Pieters. This bus operates Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Gent-Sint-Pieters. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

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

The distance between Brussels and Ghent (Station) is 54 km. The road distance is 54.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Ghent (Station) without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

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

The train from Bruxelles-Central to Gent-Sint-Pieters takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Ghent (Station) bus from?

Brussels to Ghent (Station) bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Brussel IJzer station.

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

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

Train or bus from Brussels to Ghent (Station)?

The best way to get from Brussels to Ghent (Station) is to train which takes 36 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 20 bus, which costs $5.30 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Brussels to Ghent (Station) bus arrive?

Brussels to Ghent (Station) bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Aalst Station perron 5.

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

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Ghent (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Ghent (Station) is 54 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Brussels to Ghent (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Ghent (Station)?

Book your Brussels to Ghent (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ghent (Station)?

There are 742+ hotels available in Ghent (Station). Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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