How to travel from London to Ghent

There are 4 options to travel between London and Ghent including taking a bus, train, flight, and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Ghent is a ferry with an average price of €32.

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

A ferry is €26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Ghent costing on average €58.

A ferry is €170 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ghent costing on average €202.

A ferry is €608 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Ghent costing on average €640.

The fastest way to travel from London to Ghent is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 2m.

Flight takes on average 8h 37m.

Bus takes on average 9h 22m.

The distance from London to Ghent is approximately 169 miles (272 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Ghent is:

• Around 19 flights per day.
• Around 18 ferries per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from London St Pancras International (STP) and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Dover and arrive in DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal.

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

• Travel with Norfolk Line, DFDS, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries to go to Ghent by ferry.
• Travel with Eurostar to go to Ghent by train.
• Travel with British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Indigo Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, ITA, easyJet to go to Ghent by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, TopBus, Infobus to go to Ghent by bus.

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

• 18 direct ferries per day with Norfolk Line, DFDS, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries.
• 0 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
• 6 direct flights per day with British Airways, Brussels Airlines, easyJet.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, TopBus, Infobus.

Omio customers who travel from London to Ghent often also extend their vacation to go to Bruges, Brussels, Paris, Amsterdam, Antwerp. 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.