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

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Vimy is to bus and line 781 bus which costs €10 - €19 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Vimy is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Vimy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ghent to Vimy. However, there are services departing from Ghent Dampoort and arriving at Mairie via Lille, Béhal-Jean Zay - Quai 1 and Gares 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Vimy?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Vimy. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre and arriving at Vimy via Lille Flandres and Lens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Ghent to Vimy?

The distance between Ghent and Vimy is 116 km. The road distance is 110.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghent to Vimy without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €20 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ghent to Vimy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Vimy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ghent to Vimy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ghent to Vimy?

The best way to get from Ghent to Vimy is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €20 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 781 bus, which costs €10 - €19 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Ghent to Vimy bus arrive?

Ghent to Vimy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Ghent to Vimy train arrive?

Ghent to Vimy train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Vimy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Vimy is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Ghent to Vimy.

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

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Ghent to Vimy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 781 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ghent to Vimy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
2h 55m
€20–36
Bus, line 781 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Lillebus 280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille to Lensbus 781
4h 7m
€10–18
Drive 110.9 km
1. Drive from Ghent to Vimycar 110.9 km
1h 22m
€18–26
Train via Mairie
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
3h 23m
€20–36

Ghent to Vimy by train

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Distance: 116 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Vimy, France?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Vimy via Lille Flandres and Lens in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Mairie via Lille, Béhal-Jean Zay - Quai 1, Gares 4, and Gares 12 in around 4h 7m.

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