Trains between Brussels and Ghent
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Travel from Ghent to Brussels
Travel from Brussels to Ghent
Information on the Brussels - Ghent route
Are you travelling by train from Ghent to Brussels? Find timetables and practical information for travelling to/from Ghent and buy your train ticket at the best price.
| Average journey time | 36 minutes |
| Number of trains per day | 86 |
| Number of trains during peak hours | 24 |
| Direct connection or connection | Direct train |
- In Brussels, the most popular stations are Brussels-Midi, Brussels, Brussels-Nord, Brussels-Schuman, Brussels-Luxemburg, Brussels-Congrès, Brussels-West and Brussels-Chapelle.
- In Ghent, the most popular stations are Ghent-Saint-Pierre (Gent-Sint-Pieters), Ghent-Damport (Gent-Dampoort) and Gentbrugge.
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On weekdays
The first train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 05h21.
The first train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 04h40.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
The first train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 05h24.
The first train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 05h56.
On weekdays
The last train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 00h23.
The last train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 23h48.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
The last train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 00h23.
The last train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 23h48.
On average, it takes 36 minutes to travel between Ghent and Brussels. Depending on the time of year (holidays, weekends, etc.), the journey time may vary. You can check the timetable in real time using the journey planner, available under the heading "My journey".
- online via our website
- online via the SNCB-NMBS app
- at the station ticket offices
- at the station ticket vending machines
No time to buy a ticket before getting on the train? No problem, the train attendant will sell you your ticket at the on-board fare price.
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