Felixstowe to Ghent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.6 miles 192.5 km · straight line
149.5 miles estimated 240.6 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Felixstowe from Ghent?

The distance from Felixstowe to Ghent is 119.6 miles (192.5 km) as the crow flies. Ghent is located ESE of Felixstowe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.5 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Felixstowe is in United Kingdom, while Ghent is in Belgium.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Felixstowe 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.

How to Get from Felixstowe to Ghent

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 36min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Felixstowe & Ghent

Quick Facts

Felixstowe
51.96°N, 1.35°E
Europe/London
22m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 208.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients