Driving from Gent to Antwerp
Antwerp lies 51 km (32 mi) east of Gent, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 47 min without stops, over roughly 63 km (39 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Gent | Antwerp | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belgium | Belgium |
| Population | 265,086 | 529,247 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) |
Where to book car hire from Gent to Antwerp
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Staying in Antwerp
Our booking partner lists 820 places to stay in Antwerp. Of the 464 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (265), and 12 are five-star. Across 254 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 323,134 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Antwerp from Gent?
51 km (32 mi) in a straight line, east of Gent; by road roughly 63 km (39 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gent to Antwerp by car?
About 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gent and Antwerp?
No, both are on Europe/Brussels at the moment.
Where can I stay in Antwerp?
Our booking partner lists 820 places to stay in Antwerp, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.