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Museum of Fine Arts Ghent
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Cheapest price
CHF21
Average price
CHF23
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent will cost around CHF23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF21.
Of the 12 buses that leave Brussels South Charleroi Airport for Ghent on Fri, Aug 28, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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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FlibcoOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF12, and a bus costs an average of CHF21.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF23 Average price | CHF20 Average price Cheapest | CHF17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent:
A train is CHF4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent costing on average CHF23.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (1h 29m by bus vs 1h 14m by car) and save roughly CHF-5.95 compared to fuel and tolls (CHF23 vs CHF17). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Flibco, flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF8 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF10 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price CHF21 |
The table below shows live departures for Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent buses for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Flibco | 5:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 6:45 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h30 | 9:00 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 10:35 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 11:50 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 1:20 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h20 | 2:35 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:45 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h25 | 4:10 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h25 | 6:40 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 8:15 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 9:30 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:45 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 11:00 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
Flibco | 12:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 1:45 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF21 but you can travel from only CHF12 by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF21 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Bold contemporary art museum beside the fine arts museum, known for modern Belgian and international works and ambitious temporary shows.
Museum in the former Bijloke abbey and hospital complex exploring the city's history through objects, stories, and changing exhibitions.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and river views. It is Ghent's signature postcard scene and one of the best places for a stroll.
Opposite the Graslei, this elegant quay offers classic canal panoramas, boat departures, and some of the city's finest evening views.
Lively square in the medieval core surrounded by major landmarks. A practical meeting point and excellent base for exploring central Ghent.
A creamy Gentian stew of chicken or veal with mushrooms, meatballs and white wine, traditionally served with fries or bread.
A rich mash of potatoes with carrots and onions, often served with sausage or bacon; a classic hearty Flemish comfort dish.
A smooth mustard from nearby East Flanders, known for its strong fresh heat and traditional stone-ground character.
City brewery and taproom pouring house-brewed gruut beers with a relaxed atmosphere and good introduction to Ghent beer culture.
Historic brasserie in central Ghent known for refined Belgian classics, seafood and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
Traditional restaurant focused on East Flemish cuisine, especially waterzooi and other regional dishes, in a warm classic setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Brussels in some areas, but pricier than smaller Belgian cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up for taxis, and small change is enough at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brussels South Charleroi Airport to Ghent buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan station pair, with some services arriving at Gent, Ghent. Use this guide to compare Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Ghent bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan: Taxis.
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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