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How to get from Essen to Ghent?

Are you planning to travel to Ghent from Essen and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Essen to Ghent, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Essen and Ghent, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

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

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Essen and Ghent, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Ghent trip.

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

Essen to Ghent bus

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

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Essen Ghent train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Ghent

Carpooling between Essen and Ghent is perfect if you want to travel to Ghent in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Essen or Ghent.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Essen to Ghent transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Essen Ghent

City of departure
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Ghent
Belgium
Distance
145 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and coach
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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 modes of transport, such as 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 the tickets between Essen and Ghent that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as 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 modes of transport between Essen and Ghent

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Essen to Ghent?
Prices Coach tickets from Essen to Ghent are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Ghent (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Essen-Ghent buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Essen to Ghent?
Environmentally friendly The Essen-Ghent train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Cost Essen Ghent train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Essen to Ghent?
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Ghent is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.

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

Essen departure bus stations

Essen
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Essen Departure Stations

Essen Hbf
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Ghent arrival coach stations

Ghent - Busstop DE LIJN
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Gand/Ghent
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Ghent Arrival Stations

Gent Sint Pieters
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coach Essen Ghent

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

The duration of the bus journey between Essen and Ghent usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling 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 coach departures to Ghent, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Essen Ghent

Eurolines
Eurolines
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
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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 transport 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 doing 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 from Essen to Ghent

SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
Thalys
Thalys
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Carpool Essen Ghent

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, 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 to be a safe option for travelling 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 time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Essen Ghent

Blablacar
Blablacar
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