The average train between Ghent and Bordeaux takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Bordeaux. 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 twice daily between Ghent and Bordeaux. The earliest departure is at 1:59 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Ghent is at 4:00 PM which arrives into Bordeaux at 10:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Ghent to Bordeaux? 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 Ghent to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Bordeaux station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
Ghent to Bordeaux train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Bordeaux train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.
Book your Ghent to Bordeaux train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Ghent and Bordeaux is 760.7 km. The road distance is 962 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bordeaux St Jean via Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, and Massy Tgv in around 6h 46m.