How to get to Ghent from Copenhagen

Tue 20 Oct
+ Add return
Travel by train, coach, flight with
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Transavia France
Sas Airways
Brussels Airlines
1,000+ more
Deutsche Bahn
FlixBus
Transavia France
Sas Airways
Brussels Airlines
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £91 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £91, while a flight costs an average of £383.

Distance: 780 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£123

Average Price

£91

Average Price

Cheapest

£383

Average Price

£179

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 44m

Average total duration

12h 14m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

17h 17m

Average total duration

16h 47m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 22m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

11h 18m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

2.3 - 4.7kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Sas Airways

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Ghent is a coach with an average price of £91.

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Ghent:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Ghent costing on average £123.

A coach is £292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Ghent costing on average £383.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Ghent is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 44m.

Coach takes on average 17h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Ghent including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £123 compared to roughly £179 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £57. The journey takes 12h 14m versus 11h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Travel options
from Copenhagen to Ghent

How to get to Ghent from Copenhagen by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Ghent is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:2519h25
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    1:50Gent, Ghent
    £571One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:2519h25
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    1:50Gent, Ghent
    £571One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Air BalticSN2258
    11:551h30
    Copenhagen Airport
    13:25Brussels Airport
    £1061One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 50145 · IC 5761 · 11179 · ICE 207
    11:4520h47
    Copenhagen Central Station
    8:32Ghent St Pieters
    £761One-way
    7 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50137 · IC 5759 · 11175 · ICE 205
    9:4514h34
    Copenhagen Central Station
    0:19Ghent St Pieters
    £801One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 385 · ICE 1121 · ICE 318 · IC 2845
    10:2213h57
    Copenhagen Central Station
    0:19Ghent St Pieters
    £811One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:2016h35
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    13:55Gent, Ghent
    £641One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:3523h00
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    12:35Gent, Ghent
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • KLMKL1276 · KL1707
    19:103h05
    Copenhagen Airport
    22:15Brussels Airport
    £1021One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1266 · KL1703
    6:003h40
    Copenhagen Airport
    9:40Brussels Airport
    £1021One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1274 · KL1707
    16:305h45
    Copenhagen Airport
    22:15Brussels Airport
    £1021One-way
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Tue
20 Oct
Wed
21 Oct
Thu
22 Oct
Fri
23 Oct
Sat
24 Oct
Sun
25 Oct
Mon
26 Oct

Best day trips from Ghent by train

The most popular day trips by train from Ghent are Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp, Ostend and Leuven. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ghent on Omio.

A view of Brussels

Day trip from Ghent to Brussels by train

Why visit Brussels for the day?

Brussels mixes stately squares and Art Nouveau buildings with a relaxed café culture and multilingual character. Known as Belgium’s capital and a hub of European politics, it is also closely associated with waffles, chocolate and comic art.

A view of Bruges

Day trip from Ghent to Bruges by train

Why visit Bruges for the day?

Bruges is known for its canals, cobbled streets and well-preserved medieval centre. Gothic buildings, Flemish art and a slower pace give the city a calm, historic character.

A view of Antwerp

Day trip from Ghent to Antwerp by train

Why visit Antwerp for the day?

Antwerp is known for diamonds, fashion and the baroque legacy of Rubens. Its compact centre pairs grand guild houses and lively squares with a creative, modern waterfront.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Copenhagen to Ghent

Travel to Ghent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Ghent.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Ghent including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Ghent is a coach with an average price of £91.

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Ghent:

A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Ghent costing on average £123.

A coach is £292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Ghent costing on average £383.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Ghent is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 44m.

Coach takes on average 17h 17m.

The Copenhagen to Ghent distance is approximately 780 km.
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Ghent is:
  • Around 53 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen and Ghent as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Ghent:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
  • Coaches mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ghent by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Ghent by train.
  • Travel with Transavia France, Sas Airways, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, AJet, Turkish Airlines, Ente Autonomo Volturno, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Cityjet to go to Ghent by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Ghent with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 6 direct flights per day with Transavia France, Sas Airways, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Bruges, Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ghent and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Copenhagen to Ghent, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Ghent, visitors can explore the charming Patershol neighbourhood, known for its narrow streets and diverse dining options. The city is also renowned for its vibrant street art scene, with murals and installations scattered throughout. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Design Museum Ghent and the Museum of Fine Arts, which showcase contemporary and historical pieces. For a glimpse into Ghent's history, visit the medieval Gravensteen castle and Saint Bavo's Cathedral with its famous Ghent Altarpiece. Enjoy panoramic views from the Belfry of Ghent or take a boat tour along the canals for a unique perspective. Additionally, a bike ride along the city's extensive cycling paths offers a leisurely way to explore. Don't miss Graslei and Korenlei, picturesque streets along the river lined with historic guild houses.
You typically need about two to three days in Ghent to explore its historic sites, such as Gravensteen Castle and St. Bavo's Cathedral, enjoy its vibrant arts scene, and experience local cuisine and culture.

Travelling from Copenhagen to Ghent: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to BelgiumTravel to GhentHow to get to Ghent from Copenhagen

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone