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Trip Overview

The average train between Ghent and Brussels takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 35 min. The train runs at least 5 times per hour from Ghent to Brussels. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

45 min
Duration
54 km
Distance
€12
Average price
Every 15 minutes
Frequency

Ghent to Brussels train times

Trains run every 15 minutes between Ghent and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 2:39 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Ghent is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Brussels at 11:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 54.3 km
  • Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Brussels, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Central every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €9–18 and the journey takes 57 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 6 times a week.

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