The average train between Carlisle and Ghent takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Ghent station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Carlisle to Ghent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Ghent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Carlisle to Ghent train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Ghent is 617.1 km. The road distance is 903 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 4m.