The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
38 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
56 km
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 £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 6 buses that leave Brussels Airport for Ghent every day 6 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 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 56 km
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brussels Airport to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Ghent coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 09:55 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h40 | 11:35 Gent, Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Buses from Brussels Airport to Ghent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 14:45. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 07:45 |
Last bus 14:45 |
Bus providers: flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Brussels Airport to GhentYou can travel by bus between Brussels Airport to Ghent with flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Brussels Airport and Ghent
- Bus: 5, 8, 9 Train: S51
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