The average train between Dover and Ghent takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Dover 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 Dover and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dover 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 Dover to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Ghent station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Dover to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Dover to Ghent train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Dover and Ghent is 168.1 km. The road distance is 547 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 37m.