- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
A major Dutch art museum with works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and more, set in a landmark building on Museumplein.
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ghent to Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Schiphol will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ghent for Schiphol every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 55 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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1682 · 1699Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £140.
Distance: 158 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £210 Average Price |
4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Schiphol coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 Gent, Ghent | 4h00 | 12:20 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:45 Gent, Ghent | 3h05 | 16:50 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
1682 · 1699 | 14:35 Gent, Ghent | 14h55 | 5:30 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Gent, Ghent | 3h35 | 20:15 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:55 Gent, Ghent | 4h15 | 5:10 Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 change | |
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Buses from Ghent to Schiphol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 3:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Schiphol 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 Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Schiphol buses use the Gent, Ghent to Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Schiphol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Gent, Ghent is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent, Ghent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Gent, Ghent. ATMs are available at Gent, Ghent.
Ticket office support is available at Gent, Ghent.
Available at Gent, Ghent: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent, Ghent: Limited accessibility features for disabled persons.
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