How to travel from Antwerp to Ghent, Belgium

The distance between Antwerp and Ghent is around 58km (36 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 44min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Antwerp to Ghent by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out GhentAntwerp if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Gand-Dampoort.

  • Duration52min
  • Departsevery 15 mins
  • Typical cost
    €10($10)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Ghent.

  • Duration55min
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €7($7)
🚀 Fastest
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Ghent.

  • Duration44min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €170($170)
Operated by

Taxi Local BVBA2

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Drive

Drive to Ghent.

  • Duration44min
  • Distance61km (38 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Antwerp and Ghent

There are several options for getting from Antwerp to Ghent by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €7 ($7) and will take around 55min. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 44min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €170 ($170).

The distance between Antwerp and Ghent is around 58km (36 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 51km (31 miles)

It takes around 52min to get from Antwerp and Ghent by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 44min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Antwerp to Ghent is to take a taxi which takes around 44min and will set you back approx €170 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Antwerp and Ghent, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €7 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Antwerp and Ghent. It typically takes around 52min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Antwerp and Ghent with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 52min.

Belgian Railways run train services between Antwerp and Ghent. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 52min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Antwerp and Ghent. It typically takes around 55min and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Antwerp and Ghent with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a day and takes 55min.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Antwerp and Ghent. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 55min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Antwerp to Ghent. We recommend that you take the train to Gand-Dampoort. instead which will take 52min.

The closest major airport to Ghent is Brussels Airport (BRU) (BRU) which is approximately 56km (35 miles) from Ghent. Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) (OST) and Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) (CRL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Antwerp and Ghent. The distance is around 61km (38 miles) by road and it will take around 44min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Antwerp to Ghent is to take the train which takes, on average, 52min and will usually cost around €10 ($10).

How do I get from Antwerp to Ghent

Compare travel optionsbetween Antwerp and Ghent

Transport options from Antwerp to Ghent
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
52min
€10($10)
every 15 mins58km (36 miles)
Bus
55min
€7($7)
4 times a day58km (36 miles)
Taxi
44min
€170($170)
on demand61km (38 miles)
Drive
44min
€8($8)
on demand61km (38 miles)

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Airports near Ghent

The following major airports near Ghent offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Belgium and internationally.

BRU
Brussels Airport (BRU)
International Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Ghent
OST
Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
International Airport
Distance
62km (39 miles) from Ghent
CRL
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Ghent