The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ghent to Antwerp
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
33 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ghent to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Antwerp will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 13 buses that leave Ghent for Antwerp every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.









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Compare coach and train for Ghent to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Antwerp 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 55m. 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 coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 52 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 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
Ghent to Antwerp bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Antwerp coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 15:10 Gent, Ghent | 1h15 | 16:25 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Gent, Ghent | 2h25 | 18:00 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Gent, Ghent | 1h05 | 17:55 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Gent, Ghent | 0h45 | 00:40 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
FlixBus | 06:25 Gent, Ghent | 1h10 | 07:35 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:10 Gent, Ghent | 1h10 | 09:20 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:45 Gent, Ghent | 1h15 | 11:00 Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Gent, Ghent | 1h15 | 15:15 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ghent to Antwerp
Buses from Ghent to Antwerp run on average 10 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 45m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Ghent to AntwerpYou can travel by bus between Ghent to Antwerp with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ghent to Antwerp coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Antwerp
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 17, 30, 34, 36, 38, 39 Train: Antwerp Central Station
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