The average train between Brighton and Ghent takes 6h and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Brighton 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 Brighton and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Brighton is at 6:14 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 56m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Brighton station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via London St Pancras Intl station and Lille Europe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.
Brighton to Ghent train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.
Brighton to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Brighton and Ghent is 271.3 km.
You can take a train from Brighton to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, and Roubaix in around 5h 8m.