What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn, Centrum via Schiphol, Airport/Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn via Anvers-Central, Rotterdam Centraal and Gouda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The distance between Ghent and Alphen aan den Rijn is 189 km. The road distance is 180.3 km.

How do I travel from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car?

The best way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €22 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn bus from?

Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn train from?

Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The best way to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €22 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn bus arrive?

Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport station.

Where does the Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn train arrive?

Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn.

How do I get a train ticket from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn?

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Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Thalys
2h 25m
€22–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Amsterdam Schiphol Airportbus 802 / ...
3h 46m
€23–33
Drive 180.3 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijncar 180.3 km
2h 12m
€34–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
3h 55m
€139–327
Train via Leiden Centraal
1. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Leiden Centraaltrain
2h 32m
€24–85
Train via Antwerp
1. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Berchemtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
3h 9m
€24–55

Ghent to Alphen aan den Rijn by train

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Distance: 188.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Alphen a/d Rijn via Anvers-Central, Rotterdam Centraal, and Gouda in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport twice daily. Tickets cost €16–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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