What is the travel distance from Ghent to Brussels?

Ghent and Brussels are 31 miles (50 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ghent to Brussels?

The majority of buses traveling from Ghent to Brussels start their journey at Gent Dampoort Station Eurolines Bus Stop and wind up at Brussels South (Gare du Midi). These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Brussels?

Once in Brussels, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are 20km of Brussels - 36 years of Brussels' most popular race, Couleur Café Music Festival, Fête de la Musique, Bruxelles Les Bains - A beach in Brussels! And The Brussels Flower Carpet, a major event on the Grand Place.

Bus Ghent to Brussels from $4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ghent to Brussels on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	Ghent	1h	5:35pm	Brussels North Train Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:40am	Ghent	1h 5m	10:45am	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
Bus	4:35pm	Ghent	1h 35m	6:10pm	Brussels Airport	No tags

Next departures for Ghent to Brussels on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:40am	Ghent	1h 5m	10:45am	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:45am	Ghent	1h	4:45am	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Ghent to Brussels on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	3:45am	Ghent	1h	4:45am	Brussels North Train Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Ghent to Brussels on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35pm	Ghent	1h	5:35pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:45am	Ghent	1h	4:45am	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest
Bus	9:40am	Ghent	1h 5m	10:45am	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
Bus	4:35pm	Ghent	1h 35m	6:10pm	Brussels Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:33 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Ghent to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

31 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $44	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $25	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,347 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flibco

4.5/51,292 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4

Flibco

4.5/51,292 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4

BE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Ghent and Brussels?

Stops in Ghent

A - Gent Dampoort Station Eurolines Bus Stop

B - Dampoort

C - St Pieters Central Station - Ghent

D - Ghent M.Hendrikaplein

E - Ghent Elisabethlaan 73

F - Gent Dampoort

Stops in Brussels

A - Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

B - Brux-Nord

C - Congrès

D - Centrale

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ghent to Brussels by bus

What is the travel distance from Ghent to Brussels?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ghent to Brussels?
What are the best sights and things to do in Brussels?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$6

11/16

$7

Today

$4

11/18

$6

11/19

$10

11/20

$4

11/21

$4

11/22

$4

The cheapest trip from Ghent to Brussels was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ghent to Brussels, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $4 to $28 for a bus ticket from Ghent to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $4 which is on 2025-11-20.