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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ghent to Brussels

Composite routes from Ghent to Brussels

Cheapest
45 min
Car
58 km.
from $3
Other
1 h 5 min
Bus
50 km.
from €7.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ghent Dampoort to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.00

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Ghent to Schaerbeek
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.95

Train operators

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Bruxelles-Central
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.84–$12.63
Bus from Ghent Dampoort to Brussels-North
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Bus from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Bruxelles-Midi
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Brussels?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Brussels is to rideshare which costs $5.12 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Brussels?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Brussels is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Brussels-North train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gent-Sint-Pieters and arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Ghent to Brussels?

The distance between Ghent and Brussels is 58 km. The road distance is 56.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs $7.61 - $10.87 .

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Brussels?

The train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Bruxelles-Central takes 53 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Brussels bus from?

Ghent to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Brussels train from?

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

Train or bus from Ghent to Brussels?

The best way to get from Ghent to Brussels is to train which takes 53 min and costs $7.61 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Ghent to Brussels bus arrive?

Ghent to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Ghent to Brussels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Brussels is 57 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Ghent to Brussels.

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

Book your Ghent to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ghent to Brussels?

Book your Ghent to Brussels bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Brussels. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Ghent to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ghent and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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