- Must visit
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
$26
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charleroi to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Ghent will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 12 buses that leave Charleroi for Ghent on Wed, Jul 22, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 88 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 Wed, Jul 22 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 Charleroi to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 29m. 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 train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Charleroi to Ghent:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Charleroi to Ghent costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 45m.
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (1h 29m by bus vs 1h 20m by car) and save roughly $-5.71 (€-4.70) compared to fuel and tolls ($28 (€23) vs $22 (€18)). 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 $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Flibco | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Ghent buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 | |
Flibco | 12:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h15 | 1:45 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
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Buses from Charleroi to Ghent run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 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 Charleroi 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 Charleroi 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. Use this guide to compare Charleroi 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.
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