The average train between Ghent and Houten takes 3h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Ghent to Houten. 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 hourly between Ghent and Houten. 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 Houten at 6:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 3h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 52m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to Houten? 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 Houten. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort station and arriving at Houten station via Anvers-Central station and Rotterdam Centraal station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.
Ghent to Houten train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.
Ghent to Houten train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Houten station.
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The distance between Ghent and Houten is 147.6 km. The road distance is 180 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Houten via Anvers-Central, Rotterdam Centraal, and Gouda in around 2h 53m.