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.
| Journey time | 36 min | Price | from 10,20 € |
| Frequency | 86 | Peak hour | 24 |
| Distance | 49 km | Connection | Direct train |
| First train | 05h28 | Last train | 00h23 |
- 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.
FAQ
Depending on the day of travel or your age, you can get a discount and benefit from a better rate: Weekend Ticket, Youth Ticket (Go Pass 1) or Senior Ticket.
Even more choice? Check out all available tickets.
On weekdays
The first train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 05h28.
The first train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 04h39.
Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
The first train from Brussels-Central to Ghent-Saint-Pierre leaves at 05h58.
The first train from Ghent-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Central leaves at 05h24.
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 23h49.
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 23h49.
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 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 (+ € 9).
Your train ticket is valid from and to all stations in the Brussels area:
- Arcades
- Berchem-Ste-Agathe
- Bockstael
- Boitsfort
- Boondael
- Bordet
- Brussels-Central
- Brussels-Chapelle
- Brussels-Congres
- Brussels-Luxembourg
- Brussels-Midi
- Brussels-Nord
- Brussels-West
- Brussels-Schuman
- Delta
- Etterbeek
- Evere
- Forest-Est
- Forest-Midi
- Germoir
- Haren
- Haren-Sud
- Jette
- Meiser
- Mérode
- Moensberg
- Schaerbeek
- Simonis
- St-Job
- Tour et Taxis
- Uccle-Calevoet
- Uccle-Stalle
- Vivier d’Oie
- Watermael
Your train ticket is valid from and to all stations in the Ghent area:
- Drongen
- Ghent-Saint-Pierre
- Ghent-Dampoort
- Gentbrugge
- Wondelgem
Stay informed at all times with the SNCB app
Buy your train ticket, check the timetable in real time and receive notifications about possible delays or works on your train line... Everything you need is available for free in the SNCB app.
