The cheapest and fastest buses from Maastricht to Ghent
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Maastricht to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Ghent will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 29 buses that leave Maastricht for Ghent on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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 Maastricht to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 140 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Maastricht to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Ghent buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Flibco · Flibco | 1:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 9h45 | 11:15 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 1:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 8h30 | 10:00 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 1:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h00 | 7:30 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h30 | 11:15 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h15 | 10:00 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h45 | 7:30 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 3h35 | 7:25 AM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco · Flibco | 5:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h30 | 10:00 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 5:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 5h45 | 11:15 AM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 5:30 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h15 | 12:45 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 8:00 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h05 | 2:05 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 8:00 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h45 | 12:45 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 8:00 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h45 | 3:45 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 9:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h00 | 3:45 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 9:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h20 | 2:05 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 9:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 8h15 | 6:00 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 11:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h30 | 7:15 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 11:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h15 | 6:00 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 11:45 AM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h00 | 3:45 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 1:00 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 5h00 | 6:00 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 1:00 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h15 | 7:15 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 1:00 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 7h35 | 8:35 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 5h10 | 6:55 PM Gent, Ghent | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h00 | 7:15 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h50 | 10:05 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 3:15 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 5h20 | 8:35 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 5:30 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h35 | 10:05 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 5:30 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 6h20 | 11:50 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
Flibco · Flibco | 7:00 PM Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) | 4h50 | 11:50 PM Gent, Voskenslaan / Sint-Denijslaan | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Maastricht to Ghent
Buses from Maastricht to Ghent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 140 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 140 km |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 6m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Maastricht to GhentYou can travel by bus between Maastricht to Ghent with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Maastricht to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station), which is located around 3.3 miles (5.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gent, Ghent, located 3.3 miles (5.3 km) away from the city centre.
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