Day trip from Leuven to Gent
Gent lies 71 km (44 mi) west of Leuven, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 71 km (44 mi) apart, Gent is a realistic day trip from Leuven: about 1 h 10 min each way by road.
| Leuven | Gent | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belgium | Belgium |
| Population | 101,032 | 265,086 |
| Elevation | 28 m (92 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) |
| Postal codes | 3000 | 9000 |
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Common questions
How far is Gent from Leuven?
71 km (44 mi) in a straight line, west of Leuven; by road roughly 87 km (54 mi).
How long does it take to get from Leuven to Gent by road?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Leuven and Gent?
No, both are on Europe/Brussels at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.