The average train between Canterbury and Ghent takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Canterbury 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 Canterbury and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Canterbury is at 6:23 PM which arrives into Ghent at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via London St Pancras Intl station and Lille Europe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Canterbury to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.
Canterbury to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Canterbury and Ghent is 185.6 km.
You can take a train from Canterbury West to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, and Roubaix in around 4h 41m.