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The average train between Ghent and Edinburgh takes 9h and the fastest train takes 7h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h
Duration
600 mi
Distance
£267
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  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 King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
7h 53m
£221–336

Ghent to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ghent and Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh at 1:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)15h 51m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 53m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)8h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 53m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)8h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 53m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)8h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 53m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 51m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 56m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 54m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 50m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 50m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 52m • 2 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 50m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ghent to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 599.8 mi
  • Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Ghent, Belgium and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Edinburgh Waverley via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 7h 53m.

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