What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Ghent?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Ghent is to bus which costs €13 - €22 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Ghent?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Ghent is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Ghent?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calais and arriving at Ghent Dampoort. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Ghent?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Calais to Ghent?

The distance between Calais and Ghent is 151 km. The road distance is 146.3 km.

How do I travel from Calais to Ghent without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Ghent without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs €13 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Calais to Ghent?

The bus from Calais to Ghent Dampoort takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Calais to Ghent bus from?

Calais to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Ghent train from?

Calais to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Calais to Ghent?

The best way to get from Calais to Ghent is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs €13 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Calais to Ghent bus arrive?

Calais to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ghent Dampoort station.

Where does the Calais to Ghent train arrive?

Calais to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Ghent?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Ghent is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Calais to Ghent.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Ghent?

Book your Calais to Ghent train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Calais to Ghent?

Book your Calais to Ghent bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ghent?

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There are 3 ways to get from Calais to Ghent by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Calais to Ghent Dampoortbus N824
2h 5m
€13–22
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ter
3h 3m
€29–57
Drive 146.3 km
1. Drive from Calais to Ghentcar 146.3 km
1h 31m
€23–33

Calais to Ghent by bus

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Distance: 151.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Ghent, Belgium?

FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Ghent Dampoort once a week. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Lille Flandres in around 3h 3m.

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