How to travel from Bruges to Ghent

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Compare train and bus for Bruges to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $10.

Distance: 24 miles (39 km)

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1h 12m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Ghent costing on average $10 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Ghent is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bruges and Ghent including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bruges to Ghent among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (42m by train vs 51m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bruges to Ghent

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Intercity516
    4:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    5:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Intercity516
    4:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    5:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity516
    4:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    5:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity517
    5:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    6:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity519
    7:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    8:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity518
    6:58 PM0h22
    Bruges station
    7:20 PMGhent St Pieters
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM0h45
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    4:30 PMGent, Ghent
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 AM0h45
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    10:10 AMGent, Ghent
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM0h45
    Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West
    6:30 PMGent, Ghent
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Bruges to Ghent

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bruges 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 Bruges 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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FAQs: Travel from Bruges to Ghent

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 Bruges to Ghent.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bruges and Ghent including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bruges to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bruges to Ghent costing on average $10 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Bruges to Ghent is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 12m.

The distance from Bruges to Ghent is approximately 24 miles (39 km).
The average frequency per day from Bruges to Ghent is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bruges to Ghent:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bruges station and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bruges to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | BUS, Regional to go to Ghent by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Ghent by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bruges to Ghent with the following travel companies:
  • 23 direct trains per day with Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB | BUS, Regional.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bruges to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, Charleroi, Antwerp. 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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