The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels Airport to Ghent will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 5 buses that leave Brussels Airport for Ghent on Thu, Feb 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.




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Compare train and bus for Brussels Airport to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels Airport to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 56 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brussels Airport to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels Airport to Ghent buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 PM Brussels Airport | 0h50 | 7:50 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Brussels Airport | 0h40 | 7:40 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Brussels Airport | 0h40 | 8:30 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 9:55 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h40 | 11:35 AM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Buses from Brussels Airport to Ghent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 15:45. The fastest bus covers the 56 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 15:45 |
Bus providers: flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Brussels Airport to GhentYou can travel by bus between Brussels Airport to Ghent with flibco, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels Airport to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels Airport to Ghent by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels Airport to Ghent
- Bus: 5, 8, 9 Train: S51
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