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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ghent to Brussels
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
36 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ghent to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Brussels will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $4.
Of the 17 buses that leave Ghent for Brussels every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ghent to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a coach costs an average of $11.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$26 Average Price | $16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Brussels coaches for today, Monday, 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Flibco | 2:55 am Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h25 | 4:20 am Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 4:25 am Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h25 | 5:50 am Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 5:55 am Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h40 | 7:35 am Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 10:25 am Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h25 | 11:50 am Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 2:10 pm Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h30 | 3:40 pm Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 3:25 pm Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h35 | 5:00 pm Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 4:55 pm Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h30 | 6:25 pm Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 6:10 pm Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h20 | 7:30 pm Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 11 November | |||||
| Flibco | 1:40 am Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1h20 | 3:00 am Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ghent to Brussels
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Buses from Ghent to Brussels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $10 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Flibco from Ghent to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Ghent to Brussels with FlixBus, flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Flibco for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ghent to Brussels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Brussels by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Gent, Ghent, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Brussels
Taxis
- Bus: 5, 8, 9 Train: S51
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATMTaxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 272, 471 Train: IC, S2, S4
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A, 68 Train: IC
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