The average train between Paris and Ghent University takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Paris to Ghent University. 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 Paris and Ghent University. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Ghent University at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Paris to Ghent University? 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 Paris to Ghent University. However, there are services departing from Paris station and arriving at Ghent University station via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Paris to Ghent University train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Nord station.
Paris to Ghent University train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
The distance between Paris and Ghent University is 262.6 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Paris Nord to Ghent University via Lille Flandres, Gand-Saint-Pierre, Gent Sint-Pietersstation perron 2, and Gent Zuid perron 2 in around 3h 12m.