The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brussels to Ghent
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brussels 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 to Ghent will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 17 buses that leave Brussels for Ghent every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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 coach and train for Brussels to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Ghent coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 08:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 10:00 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 09:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 11:15 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 11:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 12:45 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 12:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h35 | 14:05 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 14:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 15:45 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 16:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h45 | 18:00 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 17:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 19:15 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 19:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 20:35 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 20:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 22:05 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 22:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 23:50 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
Flibco | 23:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 00:50 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
Flibco | 06:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 07:30 Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Brussels to Ghent coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, Infobus or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Ghent.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels to Ghent.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, Infobus or Flibco to find the best option for your trip from Brussels to Ghent.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Brussels to Ghent.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Ghent
Buses from Brussels to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, Infobus, Flibco from Brussels to GhentYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Ghent with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, flibco, Infobus, Flibco for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Trains from Brussels to Ghent
Trains from Brussels to Ghent depart from the Belgian capital's Midi train station and arrive at Ghent St.Pieters station. With only 35 miles separating the two cities, the journey typically takes from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the number of stops along the route. The first direct train service from Brussels to Ghent departs at 00:23 am, while the last train arrives in Ghent at 20:35 p.m. The Brussels-Ghent route is operated by the Belgian InterCity network. Ghent's St.Pieters station is conveniently located within walking to Citadel Park and the city's Museum of Contemporary Art.
FAQs: Brussels to Ghent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Ghent
- 06:30-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A, 68 Train: IC
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 272, 471 Train: IC, S2, S4
- Bus: 5, 8, 9 Train: S51
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