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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Gouda is to bus which costs €16 - €26 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Gouda is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €22 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Gouda?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Gouda station. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Gouda?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Gouda. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort and arriving at Gouda via Anvers-Central and Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Ghent to Gouda?

The distance between Ghent and Gouda is 171 km. The road distance is 168.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Gouda without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €22 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Ghent to Gouda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Gouda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Gouda train from?

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

Train or bus from Ghent to Gouda?

The best way to get from Ghent to Gouda is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs €22 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €26 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Ghent to Gouda bus arrive?

Ghent to Gouda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rotterdam Central Station.

Where does the Ghent to Gouda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ghent to Gouda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Gouda is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Ghent to Gouda.

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

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Ghent to Gouda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ghent to Gouda by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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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
1h 55m
€23–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Rotterdam Central Stationbus N1325 / ...
3h 12m
€16–26
Drive 168.4 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Goudacar 168.4 km
2h
€36–51
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 / ...
2h 40m
€23–51

Ghent to Gouda by train

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Distance: 171.5 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Gouda, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Gouda via Anvers-Central and Rotterdam Centraal in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Rotterdam Central Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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