How to travel from Ghent to Amsterdam

Travel between Ghent, Belgium and Amsterdam, Netherlands is: Unrestricted.

Can travelers from Belgium enter Netherlands?

International entry is allowed at this time for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium.

Are there rules for self-quarantine when arriving to Amsterdam from Ghent?

Conditions of entry into Netherlands:

• There are no current restrictions

Are there COVID-19 safety rules for social distancing and wearing face masks in Amsterdam, Netherlands?

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the government of Netherlands has imposed the following measures:

• Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask requirement: Recommended

This information was last checked on 3/8/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey to Amsterdam from Ghent.

The current restriction level for returning to Ghent, Belgium from Netherlands is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Ghent, Belgium from Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Reentering Belgium is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Ghent from Amsterdam?

• There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Ghent, Belgium regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Belgium must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Ghent from Amsterdam here.

You can travel to Amsterdam from Ghent 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Amsterdam is by taking a train. You can find average ticket prices around $10 (€9) compared to other travel options to Amsterdam:

Taking a train is usually $8 (€7) less than taking a bus to Amsterdam, which costs on average $18 (€16) for the same trip.

Taking a train is usually $41 (€36) less than taking a flight to Amsterdam, which costs on average $51 (€45) for the same trip.

The fastest way to get to Amsterdam from Ghent is by train with an average travel time of 3 h 5 min.

Other travel options to Amsterdam can usually take longer:

In comparison, going by bus can take 4 h 15 min   on average.

In comparison, getting to Amsterdam by flight can take on average 4 h 15 min.

The distance from Ghent to Amsterdam is approximately 104 miles (167 km).

The average frequency per day from Ghent to Amsterdam is:

• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.

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

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

• Most travelers who book a bus ticket from Ghent to Amsterdam depart from Ghent to Amsterdam, Radarweg (Sloterdijk).
• Most travelers board their train from Gent St Pieters and arrive in Amsterdam Centraal.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Flixbus can take you to Amsterdam by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Flixbus from Ghent to Amsterdam for $18 (€16).

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

• You can check for a direct bus to Amsterdam with Flixbus with 4 direct buses per day.

Direct services to Amsterdam 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.

When planning your trip from Ghent to Amsterdam, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets cost on average $18 (€16) one way.
• Plane tickets cost on average $51 (€45) one way.
• Train tickets are costing on average $10 (€9) one way.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Ghent to Amsterdam online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.