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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Kent is to drive and car ferry which costs £35 - £95 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Kent is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 40m and costs £140 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Kent. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Lenham via Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Lille Europe, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Ghent to Kent?

The distance between Ghent and Kent is 278 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Kent without a car is to bus and train via Lille which takes 5h 12m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Ghent to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Kent train from?

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

What is the time difference between Ghent and Kent?

Kent is 1h behind Ghent. It is currently 7:26 PM in Ghent and 6:26 PM in Kent.

Where does the Ghent to Kent train arrive?

Ghent to Kent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Roubaix station.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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Ghent to Kent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and car ferry

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

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Bus, train via Lille
best
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 12m
£101–177
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Ghent to Calaiscar
2. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Kentcar
3h 44m
£36–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to London Victoriabus N824
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
10h 5m
£46–84
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Ghent to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2h 40m
£142–155
Train
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Roubaixtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
5h 47m
£105–194

Ghent to Kent by bus and train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lenham via Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 5h 47m.

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