The average train between Ghent and Zele takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 27 min. There is a train service every few hours from Ghent to Zele. 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 Zele. The earliest departure is at 4:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Ghent is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Zele at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Zele. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Zele station via Lokeren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.
Ghent to Zele train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Dampoort station.
Ghent to Zele train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Zele station.
Book your Ghent to Zele train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ghent and Zele is 22.7 km. The road distance is 26 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Dampoort to Zele via Lokeren in around 44 min.