The average train between Maastricht and Ghent takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Maastricht 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 hourly between Maastricht and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 12:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Maastricht is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Ghent at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Maastricht station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Liège-Guillemins station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Maastricht to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Maastricht station.
Maastricht to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Maastricht and Ghent is 140 km. The road distance is 167 km.
You can take a train from Maastricht to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Liège-Guillemins in around 2h 14m.