The average train between Margate and Ghent takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Margate 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 Margate and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:19 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate 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 Margate to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Ghent station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Margate to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Ghent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Margate to Ghent train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Margate and Ghent is 166.4 km. The road distance is 569 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 57m.