The average train between Metz and Ghent takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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 Metz and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Ghent at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Metz 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 Metz to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Ghent station via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Metz to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Ghent train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Metz to Ghent train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Ghent is 277.1 km. The road distance is 674 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 35m.