4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leiden to Ghent
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leiden to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Ghent will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 8 buses that leave Leiden for Ghent on Sat, Mar 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leiden to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leiden to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Ghent buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:05 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h25 | 6:30 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h55 | 6:05 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h40 | 6:30 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 4h05 | 12:45 AM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:25 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h25 | 12:50 AM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 3h30 | 12:10 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h55 | 12:55 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 2h40 | 1:30 PM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leiden to Ghent
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Buses from Leiden to Ghent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 134 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, EBS Public Transportation BV from Leiden to GhentYou can travel by bus between Leiden to Ghent with FlixBus, EBS Public Transportation BV for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leiden to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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