The average train between Bristol and Ghent takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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 Bristol and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:31 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Ghent station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Bristol to Ghent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Ghent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Bristol to Ghent train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Ghent is 441.5 km. The road distance is 617 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 20m.