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Trip Overview

The average train between Ghent and Bolton takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 8m
Duration
404 mi
Distance
£186
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain train Ic
  2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
6h 32m
£154–263

Ghent to Bolton train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Ghent and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 46m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 15m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 15m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 15m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express6h 5m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express6h 5m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express6h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited7h 16m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 16m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ghent to Bolton? 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.

Map of how to get from Ghent to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 403.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bolton via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 32m.

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