Private Airport Transfers to Ghent
Ghent has no commercial airport. Visitors arrive at Brussels Airport (BRU, 55 km) or Charleroi (CRL, 95 km). The IC train from Brussels Midi to Ghent Sint-Pieters takes 30–35 minutes — a fast option if your Brussels airport rail connection is smooth. A direct private car from BRU to Ghent takes 45–60 minutes via the E40, with no connections and delivery to your specific hotel or address in Ghent's historic centre.
Ghent City Distances from BRU
Ghent Sint-Pieters station area: 55 km from BRU, 45–60 min. Ghent historic centre (Graslei, Gravensteen): 57 km, 50–65 min. Ghent University Quarter: 58 km, 50–65 min. Gent-Dampoort (east): 60 km, 55–70 min.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Brussels Airport to Ghent?
Train option: airport rail to Brussels Midi (22 min) + IC to Ghent Sint-Pieters (32 min) + hotel connection — 60–75 min total. Private car from BRU to your Ghent hotel: 45–60 min, approximately €75 — no connections or platform changes.
Is Ghent accessible from Charleroi Airport?
Yes — a private car from CRL to Ghent (95 km) takes 80–95 minutes, approximately €95. The CRL coach to Brussels Midi + IC to Ghent takes 2+ hours with connections.
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