The average train between Leipzig and Ghent takes 8h 51m and the fastest train takes 7h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 2:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 8h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Erfurt Hbf station, Frankfurt station and Bruxelles Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.
Leipzig to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Ghent is 603.6 km. The road distance is 671 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 52m.