The average train between Leicester and Ghent takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester 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 Leicester and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 4:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Leicester is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Ghent at 8:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 40m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via London St Pancras Intl station and Lille Europe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Leicester to Ghent train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Leicester and Ghent is 376.9 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, and Roubaix in around 5h 12m.