The average train between Ghent and Chester takes 7h 24m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Chester. 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 4 times a day between Ghent and Chester. The earliest departure is at 7:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Chester at 11:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Roubaix and take an average of 7h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to Chester? 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 Chester. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Chester station via Roubaix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.
Ghent to Chester train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Chester train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Chester station.
Book your Ghent to Chester train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Ilévia and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Chester is 509.8 km. The road distance is 626 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Chester via Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 7h 3m.