The average train between Heemstede and Ghent takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Heemstede to Ghent. 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 Heemstede and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Heemstede is at 8:31 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Amsterdam Centraal and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Heemstede to Ghent? 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 Heemstede to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal station and arriving at Gand-Dampoort station via Anvers-Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Heemstede to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
Heemstede to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Dampoort station.
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The distance between Heemstede and Ghent is 157.5 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Heemstede-Aerdenhout to Gand-Dampoort via Amsterdam Centraal and Anvers-Central in around 2h 59m.