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How to get from Ostend to Ghent?

Planning to travel to Ostend 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 Ostend to Ghent, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Ostend 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 or Blablacar), 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 Ostend to Ghent, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Ostend Ghent trip.

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

Ostend to Ghent train tickets

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

Carpooling Ostend Ghent

Carpooling from Ostend 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 Ostend or Ghent.

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

Ostend Ghent Travel Information

Departure city
Ostend
Belgium
Destination city
Ghent
Belgium
Distance
37 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Ostend to Ghent easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Ostend 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 Ostend and Ghent that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SNCB-NMBS or Blablacar to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Ostend and Ghent with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Ostend and Ghent

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Ostend to Ghent?
Accessibility The train stations in Ostend or Ghent are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost Ostend 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 Ostend to Ghent?
Economical A carpool from Ostend to Ghent is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Ostend and Ghent can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

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

Departure stations in Ostend

Ostend
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Ghent Arrival Stations

Gent Sint Pieters
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Trains Ostend Ghent

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

The average train journey time from Ostend 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.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Ostend to Ghent. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Ostend and Ghent

SNCB-NMBS
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Carpool Ostend 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 Ostend 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 Ostend 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 Ostend Ghent

Blablacar
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