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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Forest is to bus which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Forest is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Forest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Brussels South. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Forest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Ghent to Forest?

The distance between Ghent and Forest is 56 km. The road distance is 59 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Forest without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs €9 - €45.

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

The train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Midi takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Forest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Forest train from?

Ghent to Forest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Forest?

The best way to get from Ghent to Forest is to train which takes 54 min and costs €9 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h.

Where does the Ghent to Forest bus arrive?

Ghent to Forest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels South station.

Where does the Ghent to Forest train arrive?

Ghent to Forest train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Forest is 59 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ghent to Forest.

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

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

Book your Ghent to Forest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Forest?

There are 1648+ hotels available in Forest.

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Distance: 56 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Midi every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €9–19 and the journey takes 54 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Brussels South twice daily. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 1h.

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