The average train between Ghent and Haarlem takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Haarlem. 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 2 hours between Ghent and Haarlem. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Haarlem at 12:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to Haarlem? 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 Haarlem. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Haarlem station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Ghent to Haarlem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.
Ghent to Haarlem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.
Book your Ghent to Haarlem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Haarlem is 161 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Haarlem via Anvers-Central and Amsterdam Centraal in around 3h 7m.