The average train between Ayr and Ghent takes 10h 40m 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 10h 40m. 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 Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Glasgow Central station, London Euston station and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.
Ayr to Ghent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Ayr and Ghent is 740.3 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 35m.