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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Ghent
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ghent will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Ghent 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 272 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.
680018919:308h10London, Victoria Coach Station4:40Gent£321One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:007h45London, Victoria Coach Station6:45Gent, Ghent£431One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:007h45London, Victoria Coach Station6:45Gent, Ghent£431One-way0 changes
- 680018919:308h10London, Victoria Coach Station4:40Gent£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for London to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £201 Average Price | £153 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ghent coaches for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h45 | 17:45 Gent, Ghent | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 6:45 Gent, Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Ghent by train, coach, flight or ferry
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Why should you book London 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 Union Ivkoni International, TopBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from London 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 train, bus, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Ghent.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, TopBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from London to Ghent.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London to Ghent.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Ghent
United Kingdom
Belgium
Buses from London to Ghent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £23 by ferry.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, TopBus, Infobus from London to GhentYou can travel by bus between London to Ghent with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, TopBus, Infobus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Ghent
There are multiple bus companies servicing this route and they include Eurostar, Flixbus and Eurolines UK. The buses are not direct as there is one change along the way at Bruxelles-Midi. The departure station for buses from London to Ghent is London St Pancras International while the departure station is Gent St Pieters. It takes an estimated 5 hours and 30 minutes to about 6 hours to complete the journey. Flixbus has a bus leaving the station three times a day while the Eurolines UK bus leaves once daily. These buses are available every day of the week.
FAQs: London to Ghent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ghent
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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