Budapest to Ghent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Budapest from Ghent?

The distance from Budapest to Ghent is 731.5 miles (1177.2 km) as the crow flies. Ghent is located WNW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 877.7 miles, taking about 17h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Ghent is in Belgium.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Budapest and Ghent. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.