The average train between Charleroi and Ghent takes 1h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 25m. There is an hourly train service from Charleroi 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 hourly between Charleroi and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Ghent at 12:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Charleroi 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 Charleroi to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.
Charleroi to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Charleroi and Ghent is 87.6 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 24m.