Ghent to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ghent from Zurich?

The distance from Ghent to Zurich is 334.5 miles (538.3 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located SE of Ghent. By car, the driving distance is approximately 401.4 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Ghent is in Belgium, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ghent and Zurich. 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.