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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Ghent is to bus which costs €15 - €23 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Ghent is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Ghent?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk station to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Genk Station perron 12 and arriving at Ghent Dampoort via Hasselt Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Ghent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genk and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Genk to Ghent?

The distance between Genk and Ghent is 160 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Ghent without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €26 - €55.

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

The train from Genk to Gand-Saint-Pierre takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Genk to Ghent bus from?

Genk to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hasselt Station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Ghent train from?

Genk to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.

Train or bus from Genk to Ghent?

The best way to get from Genk to Ghent is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €26 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €23 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Genk to Ghent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Genk to Ghent train arrive?

Genk to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Can I drive from Genk to Ghent?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Ghent is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Genk to Ghent.

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

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Where can I stay near Ghent?

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Genk to Ghent by train

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Distance: 160.1 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Ghent, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Genk to Gand-Saint-Pierre hourly. Tickets cost €26–55 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hasselt Station to Ghent Dampoort twice daily. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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