The average train between Ghent and France takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to France. 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 every 4 hours between Ghent and France. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:37 PM which arrives into France at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 54m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre station and arriving at Paris Nord station via Lille Flandres station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Ghent to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to France train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Ghent and France is 512.2 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Cité via Lille Flandres, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 2h 59m.