The average train between Ghent and Purmerend takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Purmerend. 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 3 hours between Ghent and Purmerend. The earliest departure is at 7:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Purmerend at 12:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Anvers-Central and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to Purmerend? 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 Purmerend. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort station and arriving at Purmerend station via Anvers-Central station and Schiphol Airport station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Ghent to Purmerend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.
Ghent to Purmerend train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Purmerend station.
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The distance between Ghent and Purmerend is 183 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Purmerend via Anvers-Central and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 3h 6m.