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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Ghent is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Ghent is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Ghent?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk station to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station and arriving at Ghent Dampoort via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Ghent?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Ghent?

The distance between Dunkirk and Ghent is 151 km. The road distance is 105.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Ghent without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €25 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Dunkirk to Ghent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Ghent bus from?

Dunkirk to Ghent bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Ghent train from?

Dunkirk to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Ghent?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Ghent is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €30 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Ghent bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Ghent bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Dunkirk to Ghent train arrive?

Dunkirk to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Ghent?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Ghent is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Dunkirk to Ghent.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dunkirk to Ghent?

Book your Dunkirk to Ghent bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ghent?

There are 796+ hotels available in Ghent.

Can I share a ride from Dunkirk to Ghent?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dunkirk and Ghent. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Dunkirk to Ghent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Ghent by train, bus, car, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ter
2h 42m
€25–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dunkerque to Ghentrideshare 108.4 km
1h 34m
€6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Ghent Dampoortbus 280 / ...
3h 5m
€9–29
Drive 105.6 km
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Ghentcar 105.6 km
1h 6m
€17–24
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes to Adinkerque Garebus 20
2. Take the train from La Panne to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2h 55m

Dunkirk to Ghent by train and foot

43Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.5 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Lille Europe and Lille Flandres in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Ghent Dampoort via Lille - Europe Train Station and Lille in around 3h 5m.

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