The average train between Ayr and Ghent takes 11h 13m and the fastest train takes 8h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Ghent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Ghent at 2:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 11h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ayr to Ghent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Ghent station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.
Ayr to Ghent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Ghent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Ayr to Ghent train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Ghent is 740.3 km. The road distance is 1,131 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Glasgow Central, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 39m.