Bruges to Ghent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

23.9 miles 38.5 km · straight line
29.1 miles actual route 46.8 km · driving distance
41min estimated drive time
€5 - €6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bruges from Ghent?

The distance from Bruges to Ghent is 23.9 miles (38.5 km) as the crow flies. Ghent is located ESE of Bruges. By car, the driving distance is approximately 29.1 miles, taking about 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in Belgium.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bruges and Ghent. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bruges to Ghent

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 41min €5 - €6 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Bruges
51.21°N, 3.22°E
Europe/Brussels
0m elevation
Ghent
51.05°N, 3.72°E
Europe/Brussels
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM