The average train between Paris and Ghent University takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours 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 hourly between Paris and Ghent University. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Ghent University at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 11m • 1 changeWant 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 Nord station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.
Paris to Ghent University train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.
Paris to Ghent University train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
The distance between Paris and Ghent University is 262.6 km. The road distance is 292 km.
You can take a train from Paris Nord to Ghent University via Bruxelles-Midi and Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 2h 21m.