Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Lille to Ghent?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lille to Ghent: Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Ghent St Pieters. Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Gent, Ghent.

Which travel companies can get me from Lille to Ghent?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lille to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Ghent by bus. Travel with Intercity, CFL, Eurostar, TER | SNCF, SNCB | BUS, Regional to go to Ghent by train.

Can I find a direct route between Lille and Ghent?

Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Ghent with the following travel companies: 3 direct trains per day with TER | SNCF, Regional. 11 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille 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 train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €19.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€19 Average price	€9 Average price Cheapest	€13 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Ghent is a bus with an average price of €7.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Ghent costing on average €13.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Ghent is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lille and Ghent including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lille to Ghent among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €13 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.53. The journey takes 1h 15m versus 1h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBus
7:00 AM0h55
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
7:55 AMGent, Ghent
€71One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus
7:00 AM0h55
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
7:55 AMGent, Ghent
€71One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

FlixBus
7:00 AM0h55
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
7:55 AMGent, Ghent
€71One-way
0 transfers

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Train

Bus

71973+735
12:29 PM1h55
Lille Flandres
2:24 PMGhent St Pieters
€91One-way
1 transfer
85618+732
9:29 AM1h55
Lille Flandres
11:24 AMGhent St Pieters
€101One-way
1 transfer
85620+733
10:29 AM1h55
Lille Flandres
12:24 PMGhent St Pieters
€101One-way
1 transfer

FlixBus
9:35 AM1h05
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
10:40 AMGent, Ghent
€71One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
2:30 PM1h35
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
4:05 PMGent, Ghent
€81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:05 PM1h30
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe)
1:35 PMGent, Ghent
€91One-way
0 transfers

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How to get from Lille to Ghent

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Lille to Ghent, 73,44% 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 Lille 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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There are 2 options to travel between Lille and Ghent including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Lille to Ghent is a bus with an average price of €7.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Ghent costing on average €13.

The fastest way to travel from Lille to Ghent is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 45m.

The distance from Lille to Ghent is approximately 40 miles (65 km).

The average frequency per day from Lille to Ghent is:

Around 11 buses per day.
Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lille 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 Lille to Ghent:

Trains mostly depart from Lille Flandres and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) and arrive in Gent, Ghent.

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

Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Ghent by bus.
Travel with Intercity, CFL, Eurostar, TER | SNCF, SNCB | BUS, Regional to go to Ghent by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lille to Ghent with the following travel companies:

3 direct trains per day with TER | SNCF, Regional.
11 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Lille 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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