To Ghent by train
With Eurostar en Eurocity Direct
Quickly to the heart of Ghent
- From € 33 with Eurocity Direct
- From € 37 with Eurostar
- Travel time Amsterdam – Ghent 2.23 hours with Eurostar
- Travel time Amsterdam – Ghent 2.30 hours with Eurocity Direct
How do you travel to Ghent by train?
It is easy to travel from the Netherlands to Ghent by train. You start at a station near you and travel via Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Breda with an international train to Antwerp. There, you change to a domestic Belgian train to Ghent-Sint-Pieters. You can travel with Eurostar, Eurocity Direct or EuroCity. In Antwerp, you change to a Belgian train that takes you to the centre of Ghent.
Is there a direct train to Ghent?
No, there is no direct international train from the Netherlands to Ghent. You travel with a transfer in Antwerp. From there, several trains per hour go to Ghent.
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| No reservation required | Fast and comfortable travel to Belgium | Content | Content | Content |
| Flexibility with full-flex | Reserved seats | Content | Content | Content |
| Discount with your NS abonnement* | Early booking = lowest prices | Content | Content | Content |
Changing trains
In Antwerp you need to change trains and take a domestic train to Ghent. For a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Travel times to Ghent
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| Amsterdam - Ghent | 2.30 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Rotterdam - Ghent | 1.52 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Utrecht - Ghent | 3.30 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Schiphol - Ghent | 2.22 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Eindhoven - Ghent | 2.50 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| The Hague - Ghent | 2.05 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Breda - Ghent | 1.51 hours | 1 | Content | Content |
| Arnhem - Ghent | 3.10 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Nijmegen - Ghent | 2.55 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Tilburg - Ghent | 2.05 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
| Groningen - Ghent | 4.45 hours | 2 | Content | Content |
Prices train tickets Ghent
There are different types of Eurostar rates each with related prices. Train ticket prices for Eurocity Direct depend on the time of booking and travel. Book at least 3 days before departure and you will travel for the best price anywhere in Belgium.
Options flexibility Eurostar
Eurostar Standard
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Limited availability
Eurostar Plus
- Change without charge up to 1 hour before departure
- Cancellation with € 25 fee up to 7 days before departure
- Sufficient available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Almost always available
Eurostar Premier
- Change without charge up to 48 hours after departure
- Cancel without charge up to 48 hours after departure
Almost always available
Prices Eurocity Direct route Amsterdam - Ghent
| Free travel NS route | Free travel NS route | |||
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| 2nd class | 1st class | |||
| Flex rate | € 66,20 | € 53 | € 99,40 | € 78,10 |
| Saver | € 32,40 | € 27,40 | € 56,60 | € 45,60 |
Listed from-prices are based on tickets from Amsterdam Central Station, one-way. The prices of Eurocity Direct and EuroCity are based on kilometres – if you depart form a station that is closer to Ghent, then the trip is cheaper.
Book in advance and save money
Eurostar tickets to Ghent can be booked up to 7 months in advance.
You can book your tickets for Eurocity Direct and EuroCity as early as 180 days in advance. You can book the advantageous Saver fare, availability is limited.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed during your trip of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam and Rotterdam.
Tips Ghent
Would you like tips for your visit to Ghent? Check visitghent and you can read how you can discover the city. You will find information about all sights, events and you will receive great shopping tips. Read more great Ghent tips
Facilities on board the train
We gladly inform you about all facilities on board so that you can make your journey more comfortable.Read all about the facilities and practical issues of Eurostar
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