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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Ghent to Calais. Traveling by bus from Ghent to Calais usually takes around 13 hours, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 81 mi (131 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
Cheapest price | €9.55 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Ghent to Calais?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Ghent to Calais that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Eurolines France | 1 | 22h 35m | €145.42 |
FlixBus | 1 | 2h 41m | €9.55 |
Book Eurolines France from Ghent to Calais from €145. Typically there is one Eurolines France schedule per day from Ghent to Calais and you can expect on average to pay for a Eurolines France ticket to Calais. In Ghent, Eurolines France departs to Calais from N424 . In Calais, Eurolines France arrives at Calais Terminal Ferry .
An average trip on Eurolines France from Ghent to Calais takes 22 hours and 35 minutes , while the fastest available Eurolines France trip will get you to Calais in 3 hours and 0 minutes .
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Ghent to Calais, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 41 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours to cover the 131 kilometers from Ghent to Calais. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Ghent to Calais for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 15:00 and the last bus leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all buses from Ghent to Calais, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ghent?
Main departure station: Oktrooiplein
Most buses depart from the main station in Ghent.
All bus stations in Ghent:
Oktrooiplein
Where does the bus arrive in Calais?
Main arrival station: Calais Terminal Ferry
All buses from Ghent arrive at one main station in Calais.
Bus stations in Calais:
Calais Terminal Ferry
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