How to travel from Ghent to Schiphol

There are 3 options to travel between Ghent and Schiphol including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Schiphol is a bus with an average price of kr140.

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

A bus is kr218 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Schiphol costing on average kr358.

A bus is kr1647 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent to Schiphol costing on average kr1787.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Schiphol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Schiphol take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 14m.

Flight takes on average 4h 33m.

The distance from Ghent to Schiphol is approximately 98 miles (158 km).

The average frequency per day from Ghent to Schiphol is:

• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 8 flights per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ghent to Schiphol:

• Buses mostly depart from Gent, Ghent and arrive in Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1.
• Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
• Trains mostly depart from Ghent St Pieters and arrive in Schiphol Airport.

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Schiphol by bus.
• Travel with Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar to go to Schiphol by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Ghent to Schiphol:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

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

Most travelers need at least three days in Schiphol to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

At Schiphol, visitors can enjoy the Schiphol Behind the Scenes tour for an inside look at airport operations, relax at the XpresSpa, and watch a movie at the Airport Library. For entertainment, try your luck at Holland Casino Schiphol or find tranquility at the Meditation Centre. Notable sights include the Rijksmuseum Schiphol, Airport Park, Panorama Terrace, and the NEMO Science Museum Schiphol. Schiphol Plaza offers shopping and dining with a variety of international brands and eateries.

The amount of time you need at Schiphol Airport typically depends on your travel plans. For connecting flights, a layover of 2 to 3 hours is generally sufficient. If exploring the airport's amenities, a few hours can provide a pleasant experience.