How to travel from Ghent to Antwerp

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Compare bus and train for Ghent to Antwerp

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. 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 €6, while a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 32 miles (52 km)

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€12

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1h 39m

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The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of €6.

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

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Antwerp costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Antwerp is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ghent and Antwerp including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ghent to Antwerp among Omio's users.

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from Ghent to Antwerp

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM1h05
    Gent, Ghent
    6:55 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM1h05
    Gent, Ghent
    6:55 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Regional18136
    7:23 PM0h43
    Ghent St Pieters
    8:06 PMAntwerp-Berchem
    91One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Regional18135
    6:35 PM0h46
    Ghent St Pieters
    7:21 PMAntwerp-South
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity1810
    10:53 AM0h49
    Ghent St Pieters
    11:42 AMAntwerp-South
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity1808
    8:53 AM0h49
    Ghent St Pieters
    9:42 AMAntwerp-South
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:05 PM1h10
    Gent, Ghent
    6:15 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:10 PM1h15
    Gent, Ghent
    5:25 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 PM1h15
    Gent, Ghent
    4:15 PMAntwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    61One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Ghent to Antwerp

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Ghent to Antwerp, 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 Ghent to Antwerp 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 Ghent to Antwerp

Travel to Antwerp 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 Ghent to Antwerp.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Ghent and Antwerp including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of €6.

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

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Antwerp costing on average €12.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Antwerp is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 39m.

The distance from Ghent to Antwerp is approximately 32 miles (52 km).
The average frequency per day from Ghent to Antwerp is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ghent to Antwerp:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Antwerp-Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ghent to Antwerp, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, EuroCity, SNCB to go to Antwerp by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Antwerp by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ghent to Antwerp with the following travel companies:
  • 23 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regional.
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Ghent to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.
To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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