- Must visit
Museum voor Schone Kunsten
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for Flemish painting and changing exhibitions.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Showing times and prices for 13 Aug
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
56 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
Of the 1 buses that leave Brussels Airport for Ghent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus10:551h40Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)12:35Gent, Ghent£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:551h40Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)12:35Gent, Ghent£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Brussels Airport to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 56 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brussels Airport to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Ghent coaches for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 22:20 Brussels Airport | 1h00 | 23:20 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
| FlixBus | 10:55 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h40 | 12:35 Gent, Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels Airport to Ghent
BelgiumBelgium
Buses from Brussels Airport to Ghent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 15:45. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 1h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 15:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: flibco, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, STIB from Brussels Airport to GhentYou can travel by bus between Brussels Airport to Ghent with flibco, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, STIB for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£10
Infobus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£9
flibco frequency
8 a day
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
STIB
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£13
STIB frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Ghent
Things to do in Ghent
Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.
- Recommended
S.M.A.K.
Bold contemporary art museum facing the citadel park. Visit for Belgian and international modern art, installations and temporary shows.
- Recommended
STAM
City museum in a former abbey site, explaining Ghent’s development through objects, stories and a memorable model of the city centre.
- Must visit
Graslei
Historic quay lined with guild houses and waterside terraces. One of Ghent’s signature walks for architecture, photos and boat-trip departures.
- Must visit
Korenlei
Atmospheric counterpart to the Graslei on the opposite bank. Ideal for strolling, riverside views and seeing the medieval core from street level.
- Recommended
Citadelpark
Large urban park with lawns, paths and museum access nearby. A pleasant break from the old centre and a good base for art-focused visits.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Stoemp
A creamy mashed potato dish mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks or spinach, often served as hearty Flemish comfort food in winter.
- Gluten-free
Gentse waterzooi
Ghent waterzooi is a rich, creamy stew traditionally made with chicken, vegetables and broth. It is a classic signature dish strongly linked to the city.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cuberdon
A traditional Ghent sweet made from raspberry jelly coated in sugar. It is one of the city’s most recognisable confectionery specialities.
Publiek
Refined restaurant in a former Carmelite chapel, known for polished seasonal Belgian cooking and an elegant dining room.
Frituur Jozef
Casual spot popular for quality Belgian chips with classic sauces and snacks, ideal for a quick local bite in the city centre.
Du Progres
Historic, lively brasserie serving classic Ghent and Belgian dishes with local beers in a traditional setting near the centre.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Flemish towns, but public transport and casual meals stay manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if you wish.
De Lijn
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €3
- Day pass
- €9
To the city centre
Gent-Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Gent
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on De Lijn buses and trams. Buy or activate your ticket before boarding if using the app or website.
- Check the De Lijn app before travelling, as tram routes in Ghent can change during engineering works.
FAQs: Brussels Airport to Ghent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels Airport to Ghent by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Brussels Airport to Ghent can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brussels Airport to Ghent is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent is 1h 40m to travel the 56 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent leaves at 1:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent leaves at 15:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Brussels Airport to Ghent with flibco, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent, you can count on flibco, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, STIB for the best way to get you to Ghent. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brussels Airport and Ghent and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Ghent from Brussels Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brussels Airport and Ghent including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent:
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent for coach company FlixBus, Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent depends on the coach companies:
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent:
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent:
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent. The following conditions apply:
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brussels Airport to Ghent with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels Airport and Ghent
Most Brussels Airport to Ghent buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan station pair, with some services arriving at Gent, Ghent. Use this guide to compare Brussels Airport and Ghent bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Brussels
Arrival bus stations in Ghent
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-DenijslaanVoskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan, 9000 Gent, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan from Ghent city centre
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus60 · 12m · £3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 14m · £3 · every ~32 min
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan bus station facilities and services
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan: Taxis.
Gent, GhentGhent, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Gent, Ghent from Ghent city centre
Gent, Ghent is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus5a, G71 · 9m · £3 · every ~12 min
5a · 15m · £3 · every ~13 min
Gent, Ghent bus station facilities and services
Gent, Ghent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gent, Ghent. ATMs are available at Gent, Ghent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent, Ghent.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent, Ghent: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent, Ghent: Limited accessibility features for disabled persons.
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