Is it compulsory to practice social distancing in Ghent?

The social distance requirement in Ghent is 1.5 metres. Learn More.

Berlin to Ghent - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, bus and ferry, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Berlin to Ghent by train, bus, bus and ferry, car or plane

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Train • 7h 54m

Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Koeln Hbf Ice / ...
Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi Ice
Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters Ic / ...

74€ - 272€

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Fly Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels, train • 5h 38m

Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Apt (BER) to Brussels (BRU) BER - BRU
Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters

36€ - 215€

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Train via Eupen • 9h 48m

Take the train from Berlin central station to Aachen central train station Flx30
Take the train from Eupen to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters Ic

50€ - 65€

Bus, bus and ferry • 13h 5m

Take the bus from Berlin central bus station to Duisburg central train station N1320 / ...
Take the bus and ferry from Duisburg to Gent

36€ - 45€

Drive • 7h 5m

Drive from Berlin Hbf to Ghent 781.8 km

80€ - 130€

Fly Berlin Tegel to Brussels, train • 9h 38m

Fly from Berlin Tegel (TXL) to Brussels (BRU) TXL - BRU
Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters

80€ - 294€

Fly Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Cologne Bonn, train • 6h 31m

Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Apt (BER) to Cologne Bonn (CGN) BER - CGN
Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters

87€ - 364€

Fly Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Dusseldorf, train • 7h 21m

Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Apt (BER) to Dusseldorf (DUS) BER - DUS
Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Aachen, Hbf
Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi
Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters

88€ - 446€

Fly Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Amsterdam Schiphol, train • 6h 52m

Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Apt (BER) to Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) BER - AMS
Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Central
Take the train from Anvers-Central / Antwerpen-Centraal to Gand-Dampoort / Gent-Dampoort

100€ - 308€

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International entry into Belgium from Germany

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Conditions of entry into Belgium from Germany

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition for subsequent release from quarantine. It is tested in quarantine on days 1 and 7

This applies to arrivals from Germany

Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

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Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition for subsequent release from quarantine. It is tested in quarantine on days 1 and 7

This doesn’t apply to citizens and permanent residents of Australia, New Zealand, Rwanda, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Iceland, Portugal, Malta, Denmark, Finland and Norway

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Rules to follow in Belgium

1.5m

Mandatory

Considerations leaving from Germany

The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from Germany to Belgium?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering Belgium from Germany.

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What are the travel restrictions in Ghent?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are mandatory
There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Ghent?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Ghent is 800 14689.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Ghent?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Ghent is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Ghent?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 14689.

Are there restrictions returning to Germany from Belgium?

Yes, entry into Germany from Belgium is currently restricted.

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Last updated: 9 May 2021
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Questions & Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Ghent is to bus and bus and ferry which costs 35€ - 45€ and takes 13h 5m.

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

The quickest way to get from Berlin to Ghent is to fly and train which costs 35€ - 220€ and takes 5h 38m.

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Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Ghent?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin station to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Berlin central bus station and arriving at Gent via Duisburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

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Is there a direct train between Berlin and Ghent?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre / Gent-Sint-Pieters via Koeln Hbf and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

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How far is it from Berlin to Ghent?

The distance between Berlin and Ghent is 686 km. The road distance is 781.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Ghent without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs 70€ - 280€.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Berlin to Ghent, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Berlin to Ghent bus from?

Berlin to Ghent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin central bus station.

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Where do I catch the Berlin to Ghent train from?

Berlin to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Berlin Hbf station.

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How long is the flight from Berlin to Ghent?

The quickest flight from Berlin Brandenburg Apt Airport to Brussels Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 25m.

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Distance: 686.1 km
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Ghent, Belgium?

You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Ghent via Koeln Hbf and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 54m.

Airlines

Eurowings

Website: eurowings.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Cologne Bonn

Ave. Duration: 1h 10m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 55€ - 200€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Dusseldorf

Ave. Duration: 1h 13m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 75€ - 240€

Lufthansa

Website: lufthansa.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels

Ave. Duration: 1h 25m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: 30€ - 210€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels via Munich

Ave. Duration: 3h 35m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: 80€ - 250€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels via Frankfurt

Ave. Duration: 3h 40m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: 80€ - 250€

Flights from Berlin Tegel to Brussels via Munich

Ave. Duration: 5h 20m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 60€ - 270€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Dusseldorf via Munich

Ave. Duration: 3h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 130€ - 330€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Amsterdam Schiphol via Frankfurt

Ave. Duration: 3h 40m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: 190€ - 390€

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Amsterdam Schiphol via Munich

Ave. Duration: 3h 40m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 190€ - 390€

KLM

Website: klm.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 1h 23m
When: Every day
Estimated price: 85€ - 340€

Brussels Airlines

Website: brusselsairlines.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels

Ave. Duration: 1h 25m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: 30€ - 210€

Ryanair

Website: ryanair.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Brussels

Ave. Duration: 1h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price: 17€ - 80€

Finnair

Website: finnair.com

Flights from Berlin Tegel to Brussels via Helsinki

Ave. Duration: 9h
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price: 70€ - 280€

easyJet

Website: easyjet.com

Flights from Berlin Brandenburg Apt to Amsterdam Schiphol

Ave. Duration: 1h 30m
When: Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: 40€ - 200€

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).