How to travel from Courtrai to Ghent

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Compare train and bus for Courtrai to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Courtrai to Ghent 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. 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 €8.

Distance: 24 miles (40 km)

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€8

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€8

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1h 3m

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33m

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1h 10m

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40m

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43m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Courtrai to Ghent costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Courtrai to Ghent is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Courtrai and Ghent including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Courtrai to Ghent among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (33m by train vs 43m by car) and roughly €0.14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€8 vs €8). 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 Courtrai to Ghent

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:40 AM0h40
    Kortrijk, President Kennedylaan (Kinepolis Xpo)
    7:20 AMGent, Ghent
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:40 AM0h40
    Kortrijk, President Kennedylaan (Kinepolis Xpo)
    7:20 AMGent, Ghent
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity732
    10:59 AM0h25
    Kortrijk
    11:24 AMGhent St Pieters
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity730
    8:59 AM0h25
    Kortrijk
    9:24 AMGhent St Pieters
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity731
    9:59 AM0h25
    Kortrijk
    10:24 AMGhent St Pieters
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity733
    11:59 AM0h25
    Kortrijk
    12:24 PMGhent St Pieters
    61One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Courtrai 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 Courtrai to Ghent.

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

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Courtrai to Ghent costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Courtrai to Ghent is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 10m.

The distance from Courtrai to Ghent is approximately 24 miles (40 km).
The average frequency per day from Courtrai to Ghent is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Courtrai 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 Courtrai to Ghent:
  • Trains mostly depart from Kortrijk and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kortrijk, President Kennedylaan (Kinepolis Xpo) and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Courtrai to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, De Lijn to go to Ghent by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB to go to Ghent by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Courtrai to Ghent with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 10 direct trains per day with Regional, SNCB.
Omio customers who travel from Courtrai 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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