- Distance: 54.3 km
- Duration: 45 min
The average train between Brussels and Ghent takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Brussels 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 15 minutes between Brussels and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Brussels is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Ghent at 12:51 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruxelles-Central station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.
Brussels to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Central station.
Brussels to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Brussels and Ghent is 49.5 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Central to Gand-Saint-Pierre every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €10–15 and the journey takes 35 min.
