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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels Airport to Ghent

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$26

Average price

$26

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

58 m

Trains per day

Distance

56 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels 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 Airport to Ghent will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Brussels Airport for Ghent on Mon, Jul 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

10:25AM1h22

Brussels Airport

11:47AMGhent

$261One-way

0 transfers

07:30PM1h06

Brussels Airport

08:36PMGhent

$261One-way

0 transfers

02:25PM0h55

Brussels Airport

03:20PMGhent

$261One-way

0 transfers

05:25PM1h22

Brussels Airport

06:47PMGhent

$261One-way

0 transfers

12:30PM1h02

Brussels Airport

01:32PMGhent

$261One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brussels Airport to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 34 miles (56 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€20 Average price	€14 Average price Cheapest
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels Airport to Ghent

Belgium

Trains from Brussels Airport to Ghent run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $6 (€4) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $6 (€4)

Distance

34 miles (56 km)

Average train duration

1h 2m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€11)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

55m

First train

06:57

Last train

21:57

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $6 (€4)

Train providers: PKP Intercity, BSB and Regional from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent trains

Find the best trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent with Omio's travel partners PKP Intercity, BSB and Regional from $26 (€21). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your journey

Train information from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent with SNCB:

Average Duration: 1 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: $26
SNCB frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Brussels Airport to Ghent

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels Airport 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 Brussels Airport to Ghent.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent is $26 (€21); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent train time is 54 min covering the 35 mile (56 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent leaves at 6: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent leaves at 9: 02 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent without having to change trains with SNCB. There are 6 direct trains from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent, you can count on SNCB for the best way to get you to Ghent. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 02 PM.

A day trip to Ghent from Brussels Airport (BRU) is worth doing with a journey time of 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Ghent is December.

You have options as you can travel to Ghent from Brussels Airport (BRU) 2 different ways: train or bus.