How to travel from Stuttgart to Ghent

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $73 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, while a flight costs an average of $496.

Distance: 288 miles (465 km)

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$496

Average price

$167

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$73

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$113

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4h 12m

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2h 12m

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5h 34m

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5h 4m

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30m

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12h 39m

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12h 9m

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7h 3m

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $73.

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

A bus is $93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Ghent costing on average $167.

A bus is $422 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Ghent costing on average $496.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Ghent is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 34m.

Bus takes on average 12h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Ghent among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 51m sooner (2h 12m by flight vs 7h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $496 compared to roughly $113 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Stuttgart to Ghent

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM16h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    3:00 PMGent, Ghent
    $401One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM16h10
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    3:00 PMGent, Ghent
    $401One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2147+Brussels AirlinesLH5626
    1:05 PM3h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    4:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $6091One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 612 · IC 2047 · ICE 314 · IC 2837
    9:49 AM6h30
    Stuttgart Hbf
    4:19 PMGhent St Pieters
    $1561One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn19217 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310
    9:52 AM7h27
    Stuttgart Hbf
    5:19 PMGhent St Pieters
    $1721One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 690 · ICE 314 · IC 2837
    10:49 AM5h30
    Stuttgart Hbf
    4:19 PMGhent St Pieters
    $1781One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1826 · KL1703
    6:00 AM3h40
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1834 · KL1701
    6:30 PM13h05
    Stuttgart Airport
    7:35 AMBrussels Airport
    $2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1834 · KL1703
    6:30 PM15h20
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:50 AMBrussels Airport
    $2811One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Ghent.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Ghent including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Ghent is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Ghent costing on average $142.

A bus is $200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Ghent costing on average $260.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Ghent is by train with an average journey time of 5h 26m.

Other travel options to Ghent take longer:

Flight takes on average 10h 12m.

Bus takes on average 11h 42m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Ghent is approximately 288 miles (465 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Ghent is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stuttgart to Ghent:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Ghent St Pieters.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Gent, Ghent.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Ghent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Ghent by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, ITA, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Austrian Airlines to go to Ghent by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ghent by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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