The average train between Carlisle and Ghent takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 6h 35m. 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 1:24 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 34m • 2 changesWant 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 58m.
Carlisle to Ghent train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Ghent train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Carlisle to Ghent train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Ghent is 617.1 km. The road distance is 816 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 7h 34m.