The average train between Elst and Ghent takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Elst 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 2 hours between Elst and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 7:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elst is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Breda and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Elst 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 Elst to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Elst station and arriving at Ghent station via Breda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Elst to Ghent train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Elst station.
Elst to Ghent train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Gand-Dampoort station.
Book your Elst to Ghent train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Elst and Ghent is 176 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Elst to Gand-Dampoort via Breda and Anvers-Central in around 3h 14m.