The average train between Dover and Ghent takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. 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 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 8m • 2 changesWant 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 Priory station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via London St Pancras Intl station and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Dover to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Dover and Ghent is 168.1 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 31m.