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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to France is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to France is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €55 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to France. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Paris via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and France?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to France. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Ghent to France?

The distance between Ghent and France is 363 km. The road distance is 291.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to France without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €55 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Ghent to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to France bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to France train from?

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

Train or bus from Ghent to France?

The best way to get from Ghent to France is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €55 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Ghent to France bus arrive?

Ghent to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.

Where does the Ghent to France train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to France is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Ghent to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22495+ hotels available in France.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ghent to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2h 22m
€57–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Parisbus 822
4h 46m
€27–41
Drive 291.6 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Pariscar 291.6 km
3h 3m
€46–67
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
3h 37m
€51–97
Bus via Lille
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 2m
€27–47

Ghent to France by train and subway

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2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 363.5 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and France?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Paris once daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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