How to travel from Bern to Ghent

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, while a train costs an average of $133.

Distance: 329 miles (531 km)

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$133

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$81

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$232

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8h 18m

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7h 48m

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15h 17m

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7h 41m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $114.

This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Ghent:

A bus is $69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Ghent costing on average $182.

A bus is $498 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Ghent costing on average $611.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Ghent is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 54m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bern and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Ghent among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 17m faster (7h 24m by train vs 7h 41m by car) and roughly $50 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($182 vs $232). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bern to Ghent

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

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

  • FlixBus
    9:20 PM13h15
    Bern
    10:35 AMGhent
    $941One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    9:20 PM13h15
    Bern
    10:35 AMGhent
    $941One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:20 PM13h15
    Bern
    10:35 AMGhent
    $941One-way
    0 transfers

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There are 3 options to travel between Bern and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $114.

This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Ghent:

A bus is $69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Ghent costing on average $182.

A bus is $498 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Ghent costing on average $611.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Ghent is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 54m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

The distance from Bern to Ghent is approximately 329 miles (531 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Ghent is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bern and Ghent as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bern to Ghent:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ghent by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Ghent by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bern to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Bruges, Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, Charleroi. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ghent and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ghent to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ghent, explore the charming Patershol neighborhood with its narrow streets and diverse dining options, and discover the vibrant street art scene with murals throughout the city. Visit the Design Museum Ghent for contemporary and historical design, and take a boat tour along the canals for a unique city view. Don't miss the medieval Gravensteen castle, Saint Bavo's Cathedral with the Ghent Altarpiece, and the picturesque Graslei and Korenlei streets. The Belfry of Ghent offers panoramic views, and the Museum of Fine Arts showcases Flemish art. Enjoy a bike ride through Ghent's extensive cycling paths.
Spending 2 to 3 days in Ghent is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy the vibrant cultural scene, and experience the local cuisine.

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