Recommended route
Essen
Direct trip to Ghent traveling by carpooling, bus
Ghent
Get prices
Alternative routes
Essen
Travel by train, carpooling, bus to Brussels
Brussels
Travel by train, carpooling, bus to Ghent
Ghent
Get prices
Essen
Travel by bus, carpooling to Eindhoven
Eindhoven
Travel by bus, carpooling to Ghent
Ghent
Get prices

How to get from Essen to Ghent?

Planning to travel to Essen from Ghent and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Essen to Ghent, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Ghent, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Eurolines, FlixBus or Blablabus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Essen to Ghent, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Ghent trip.

For your trip from Essen to Ghent, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Ghent

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Ghent, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Ghent train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Essen Ghent train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Ghent

Carpooling from Essen to Ghent is perfect if you want to travel to Ghent in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Essen or Ghent.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Essen to Ghent transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Essen Ghent Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Ghent
Belgium
Distance
145 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and bus
Search for Essen Ghent tickets
Search for accommodation in Ghent
Plan your trip from Essen to Ghent easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Ghent easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Essen and Ghent that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Eurolines, FlixBus or Blablabus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Ghent with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Ghent

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Ghent?
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Ghent are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Ghent (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Essen-Ghent buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Ghent?
Environmentally friendly The Essen Ghent train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Essen Ghent train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Ghent?
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Ghent is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Ghent?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

Essen
Map

Departure stations in Essen

Essen Hbf
Map

Ghent arrival bus stations

Ghent - Busstop DE LIJN
Map
Gand/Ghent
Map

Ghent Arrival Stations

Gent Sint Pieters
Map
Search for Essen Ghent tickets
Search for accommodation in Ghent

Bus Essen Ghent

Most buses between Essen and Ghent are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The duration of the bus trip between Essen and Ghent usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Ghent for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Essen from Ghent varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Ghent, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Essen Ghent

Eurolines
Eurolines
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
Search for bus tickets Essen Ghent

Trains Essen Ghent

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Ghent. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Essen and Ghent.

The average train journey time from Essen to Ghent depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Ghent are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Essen to Ghent at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Essen and Ghent

SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
Thalys
Thalys
Search for Essen Ghent train tickets

Carpool Essen Ghent

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Essen and Ghent. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Ghent also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Essen Ghent

Blablacar
Blablacar
Search for a carpool Essen Ghent

Filters

Modes de transport
Time of departure
Arrival time