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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Gouda is to train via Roosendaal which costs €24 - €55 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Gouda is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €45.

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 2h 9m.

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 2h 9m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m 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 2h 9m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 17m.

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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Where can I stay near Gouda?

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Ghent to Gouda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Gouda?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Gouda. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at [Gouda] NS-bushalte, Bloemendaalzijde,Burgerm Jamessingel via [Rotterdam Centraal] Centrumzijde, busstation Conradstraat halte GG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

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There are 5 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
2h 9m
€41–74
Train via Gand-Dampoort
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam Centraaltrain Ec / ...
2h 26m
€22–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Rotterdam Central Stationbus 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from [Rotterdam Centraal] Centrumzijde, busstation Conradstraat halte GG to [Gouda] NS-bushalte, Bloemendaalzijde,Burgerm Jamessingelbus Stopbus ipv trein / ...
3h 17m
Drive 168.4 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Goudacar 168.4 km
2h
€31–44
Train via Roosendaal
1. Take the train from Gand-Dampoort to Anvers-Sudtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Sud to Roosendaaltrain S32 / ...
3. Take the train from Roosendaal to Rotterdam Centraaltrain
3h 28m
€25–53

Ghent to Gouda by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.5 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ghent Dampoort to [Gouda] NS-bushalte, Bloemendaalzijde,Burgerm Jamessingel via [Rotterdam Centraal] Centrumzijde, busstation Conradstraat halte GG in around 3h 17m.

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