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Heidelberg to Ghent trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Heidelberg and Ghent takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is at least one train per day from Heidelberg 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.

5h 21m
Duration
539 km
Distance
€110
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Heidelberg to Ghent train times

Trains run once daily between Heidelberg and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 5:18 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 33m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 538.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Ghent, Belgium?

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Frankfurt and Brussels-Nord in around 5h 34m.

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