The average train between Zaandam and Ghent takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Zaandam 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 3 hours between Zaandam and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Schiphol Airport and take an average of 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zaandam 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 Zaandam to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Schiphol Airport station and arriving at Gand-Dampoort station via Anvers-Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Zaandam to Ghent train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Schiphol Airport station.
Zaandam to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Dampoort station.
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The distance between Zaandam and Ghent is 172.3 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Zaandam to Gand-Dampoort via Schiphol Airport and Anvers-Central in around 2h 47m.