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217 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ghent to Amsterdam

Composite routes from Ghent to Amsterdam

Cheapest
2 h 26 min
Car
217 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 48 min
166 km.
from $84.37
3 h 39 min
Train, Plane
166 km.
from $249.74
3 h 10 min
166 km.
from $44.24
2 h 29 min
164 km.
from $95.24
3 h 38 min
Train, Plane
164 km.
from $236.26
2 h 43 min
164 km.
from $47.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ghent Dampoort to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.74–$32.85

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Brussels National Airport to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.77–$694.85

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.74–$56.85
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.48–$53.06
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.16–$39.16
Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Duivendrecht
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.63–$32.85

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.85–$120.02
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.06–$113.70

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.84–$12.63
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.95–$21.48
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.48–$13.90
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Rotterdam
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.69

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Ghent to Amsterdam
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Amsterdam is to rideshare which costs $15.36 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Amsterdam is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Amsterdam?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Amsterdam. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via Antwerpen-Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ghent to Amsterdam?

The distance between Ghent and Amsterdam is 217 km. The road distance is 219.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $27.17 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ghent to Amsterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Amsterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Amsterdam train from?

Ghent to Amsterdam train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Ghent to Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $27.17 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Ghent to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Ghent to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Ghent to Amsterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Amsterdam is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Ghent to Amsterdam.

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

Book your Ghent to Amsterdam train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

There are 2605+ hotels available in Amsterdam. Prices start at $51.96 per night.

Can I share a ride from Ghent to Amsterdam?

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