The average train between Ghent and Boulogne-sur-Mer takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Boulogne-sur-Mer. 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 3 times a day between Ghent and Boulogne-sur-Mer. The earliest departure is at 7:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 5:36 PM which arrives into Boulogne-sur-Mer at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ghent to Boulogne-sur-Mer? 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 Boulogne-sur-Mer. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Boulogne-sur-Mer station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Ghent to Boulogne-sur-Mer train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Boulogne-sur-Mer train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Calais Ville station.
Book your Ghent to Boulogne-sur-Mer train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Ghent and Boulogne-sur-Mer is 151.8 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Boulogne Tintelleries via Lille Flandres and Calais Ville in around 3h 56m.