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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Brussels Airport
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$20
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$20
Fastest journey on Aug 30
55 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
55 m
Trains on Aug 30
50
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Brussels Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Brussels Airport will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 50 trains from Ghent to Brussels Airport, including 24 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
1508 · 22089:03 AM1h00Ghent St Pieters10:03 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way1 transfer- 1507 · 22078:03 AM1h00Ghent St Pieters9:03 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way1 transfer
- 1509 · 220910:03 AM1h00Ghent St Pieters11:03 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way1 transfer
- 508 · 37099:25 AM1h06Ghent St Pieters10:31 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way1 transfer
- 22088:39 AM1h24Ghent St Pieters10:03 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
- 28089:41 AM0h55Ghent St Pieters10:36 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
- 280910:41 AM0h55Ghent St Pieters11:36 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
- 281011:41 AM0h55Ghent St Pieters12:36 PMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
- 28078:41 AM0h55Ghent St Pieters9:36 AMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
- 28121:41 PM0h55Ghent St Pieters2:36 PMBrussels National Airport$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ghent to Brussels Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Brussels Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Brussels Airport:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Brussels Airport costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Brussels Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $15 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.41 (€-9.25). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 1h 1m 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.
Live departures
Ghent to Brussels Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Brussels Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 18214+3714 | 2:33 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 3:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2214 | 2:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 4:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2813 | 2:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 3:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1514 · 2214 | 3:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 4:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 514 · 3715 | 3:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 4:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2215 | 3:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 5:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2814 | 3:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 4:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1515 · 2215 | 4:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 5:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18216+3716 | 4:33 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 5:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2216 | 4:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 6:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2815 | 4:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 5:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1516 · 2216 | 5:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 6:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18217+3717 | 5:33 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 6:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2217 | 5:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 7:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2816 | 5:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 6:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
18131+ 9252 | 5:49 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h02 | 6:51 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 1517 · 2217 | 6:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 7:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18151+3718 | 6:28 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 7:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2218 | 6:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 8:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2817 | 6:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 7:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 18134+9256 | 6:49 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h02 | 7:51 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 1518 · 2218 | 7:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 8:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18152+3719 | 7:28 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 8:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2219 | 7:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 9:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2818 | 7:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 8:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 504 · 3705 | 5:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h07 | 6:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2205 | 5:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 7:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1505 · 2205 | 6:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 7:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 505 · 3706 | 6:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 7:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2206 | 6:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 8:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1506 · 2206 | 7:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 8:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 506 · 3707 | 7:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 8:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2207 | 7:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 9:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2806 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 8:36 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1507 · 2207 | 8:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 9:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 507 · 3708 | 8:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 9:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2208 | 8:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 10:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2807 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 9:36 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1508 · 2208 | 9:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 10:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 508 · 3709 | 9:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 10:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2209 | 9:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 11:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2808 | 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 10:36 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1509 · 2209 | 10:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 11:03 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 509 · 3710 | 10:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h06 | 11:31 AM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2210 | 10:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 12:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2809 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 11:36 AM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1510 · 2210 | 11:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 12:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18211+3711 | 11:33 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 12:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2211 | 11:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 1:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2810 | 11:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 12:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1511 · 2211 | 12:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 1:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18212+3712 | 12:33 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 1:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2212 | 12:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 2:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2811 | 12:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 1:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1512 · 2212 | 1:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 2:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 18213+3713 | 1:33 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h58 | 2:31 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
| 2213 | 1:39 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h24 | 3:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2812 | 1:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 2:36 PM Brussels National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1513 · 2213 | 2:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h00 | 3:03 PM Brussels National Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Brussels Airport
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Trains from Ghent to Brussels Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 4:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB from Ghent to Brussels Airport trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Brussels Airport from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Ghent to Brussels Airport
The train connection between Ghent and Brussels Airport is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to navigate between these two vibrant locations. The primary train providers servicing this route include Intercity, BSB, and Renfe Regional Exprés. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can enjoy a comfortable journey while taking in the scenic views of Belgium's picturesque landscapes.
Train Connection: Ghent to Brussels Airport
The train connection from Ghent to Brussels Airport takes approximately 0h 55m, with a travel time of around 0h 50m. There are up to 13 direct connections available each day, making it convenient for travelers.
Ghent to Brussels Airport Train Connection
The first daily train from Ghent to Brussels Airport departs at 06:00, providing an early start for travelers heading to the airport. The last train of the day leaves at 21:48, ensuring that late arrivals can still make their way conveniently between these two cities.
Train Tickets Price for Ghent and Brussels Airport
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Ghent and Brussels Airport is €21. The average ticket price typically hovers around €21 as well, making it a straightforward option for travelers looking to journey between these two cities in Belgium.
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Brussels Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Brussels Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Brussels Airport
Most Ghent to Brussels Airport trains use the Gent St Pieters to Bruxelles-Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Brussels Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Getting to Merelbeke from Ghent city centre
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke train station facilities and services
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
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