The average train between Retford and Ghent takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Retford 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 Retford and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Retford 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 Retford to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Ghent station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
Retford to Ghent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.
Retford to Ghent train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Retford to Ghent train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Retford and Ghent is 405.8 km. The road distance is 646 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 52m.