THE SHORT VERSION
Ghent to Brussels at a glance.
- From
- Ghent Gent
- To
- Brussels Bruxelles - Brussel
- Road distance
- About 56 km
- Straight line
- 50 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Brussels to Ghent →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ghent
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Brussels
Both stations have trains, trams and metro to the centre.
- Brussels-North · Bruxelles-Nord / Brussel-Noord
Business district. FlixBus and other operators. - Brussels-South (Midi) · Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
By the Eurostar terminal. Many international coaches.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Some services also stop at Brussels Airport.
KEEP GOING
From Brussels, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Brussels
More buses from Ghent
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ghent from Brussels by road?+
About 56 km by road (50 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ghent to Brussels take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ghent?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Brussels to Ghent?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Brussels to Ghent guide.
Where does the bus from Ghent arrive in Brussels?+
It depends on the operator. In Brussels, services use Brussels-North, Brussels-South (Midi). Both stations have trains, trams and metro to the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Brussels?+
Both stations have trains, trams and metro to the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Ghent to Brussels?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ghent to Brussels bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Brussels by bus?+
Direct buses from Brussels include Amsterdam, Paris, Greater London, Frankfurt, Zurich and more. See all connections on our Brussels bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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