How to travel from Amsterdam to Ghent

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Travel Information between Amsterdam and Ghent

distanceDistance104 miles (167 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$10 - $387
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $10 (€9) • 3 h 10 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $387 (€335) • 45 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, KLM or NS International | IC Brussel

Travel 104 miles (167 km) by train, bus or flight from Amsterdam to Ghent. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, KLM or NS International | IC Brussel among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Amsterdam to Ghent.

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from Amsterdam to Ghent

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

FlixBus
06:15PM3h35
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
09:50PMGhent
$111One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
06:15PM3h35
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
09:50PMGhent
$111One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
KLM Cityhopper
08:55AM0h45
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
09:40AMBrussels Airport (BRU)
$7851One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Eurostar
10:08AM2h25
Amsterdam Centraal
12:33PMGhent St Pieters
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Eurostar
09:08AM2h25
Amsterdam Centraal
11:33AMGhent St Pieters
$1151One-way
1 transfer
Eurostar
12:08PM2h25
Amsterdam Centraal
02:33PMGhent St Pieters
$1151One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
03:10PM4h20
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
07:30PMGhent
$151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
07:30PM3h10
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
10:40PMGhent
$111One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:50AM4h20
Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
01:10PMGhent
$391One-way
0 transfers
Lufthansa
08:00AM4h30
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
12:30PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
$5621One-way
1 transfer
Lufthansa
10:00AM4h00
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
02:00PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
$5621One-way
1 transfer
Lufthansa
02:40PM4h45
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
07:25PMBrussels Airport (BRU)
$5621One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Amsterdam to Ghent

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Amsterdam to Ghent, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Amsterdam to Ghent and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Travel between Amsterdam and Ghent on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and KLM travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Eurostar is the premier high-speed railway service which connects the United Kingdom with Europe through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, with journeys connecting London St Pancras International with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam among other popular European cities. With its high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), the Eurostar makes travel between the UK and Europe as smooth and easy as possible. When you book your Amsterdam to Ghent travel, you can choose between ticket types like Standard, Standard Premier (with spacious seats and light refreshments served), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seats, lounge access, hot meals served and priority boarding).

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

      KLM is the Netherlands' national carrier and offers two types of ticket for your travel from Amsterdam to Ghent: Economy and Business.

        FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Ghent

        FAQs: 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 Amsterdam to Ghent.
        FAQs

        There are 3 travel options from Amsterdam to Ghent: train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to go to Ghent from Amsterdam is by taking a bus, which costs on average $10 (€9).

        This is compared to other ways of getting from Amsterdam to Ghent:

        A bus is $377 (€326) less than a flight for this trip with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Ghent costing on average $387 (€335).

        Taking a bus costs $25 (€21) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $35 (€30).

        The fastest way to get to Ghent from Amsterdam is by flight with an average travel time of 45 min.

        Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

        Taking a bus requires on average 3 h 10 min of travel time.

        Getting to Ghent by train takes 2 h 18 min on average.

        Ghent is approximately 104 miles (167 km) away from Amsterdam.

        The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Ghent is:

        • Around 6 buses per day.
        • 7 trains a day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Ghent from Amsterdam as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Amsterdam to Ghent:

        • Most travelers who book a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Ghent depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Gent, Ghent.

        The following travel companies offer services from Amsterdam to Ghent:

        • Travel with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Ghent by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find FlixBus Amsterdam to Ghent tickets on Omio for $10 (€9).
        • Travel with KLM, KLM Cityhopper or SWISS for flights to Ghent. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for SWISS Amsterdam to Ghent tickets on Omio for $385 (€334).
        • NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar or BSB can take you to Ghent by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Eurostar from Amsterdam to Ghent for $35 (€30).

        Yes, there are direct routes from Amsterdam to Ghent with the following travel companies:

        • You'll find 5 direct buses a day to Ghent with FlixBus.

        Direct services to Ghent tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

        Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Bruges, Paris or Charleroi. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ghent and these popular destinations at a great price.
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