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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Ghent
Showing times and prices for Dec 03
Cheapest price
€80
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
214 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Ghent will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €80.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Ghent without transferring at least 2 times.
RE 26410 · RE 18926 · IC 53409:21AM4h14
Düsseldorf Hbf01:35PMGhent St Pieters
€801One-way
2 transfers
RE 28509 · ICE 316 · IC 283308:58AM3h21
Düsseldorf Hbf12:19PMGhent St Pieters
€891One-way
2 transfers
RE 28513 · ICE 16 · IC 283510:58AM3h21
Düsseldorf Hbf02:19PMGhent St Pieters
€891One-way
2 transfers
RE 28509 · ICE 316 · IC 283308:58AM3h21
Düsseldorf Hbf12:19PMGhent St Pieters
€891One-way
2 transfers
RE 28513 · ICE 16 · IC 283510:58AM3h21
Düsseldorf Hbf02:19PMGhent St Pieters
€891One-way
2 transfers
RE 26410 · RE 18926 · IC 53409:21AM4h14
Düsseldorf Hbf01:35PMGhent St Pieters
€801One-way
2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 214 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€81 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €334 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Ghent trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:10 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:13 AM Düsseldorf | 3h06 | 7:19 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 AM Düsseldorf | 3h39 | 8:19 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:21 AM Düsseldorf | 4h14 | 11:35 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:58 AM Düsseldorf | 3h21 | 12:19 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:21 AM Düsseldorf | 4h14 | 1:35 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Ghent
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Düsseldorf to Ghent run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 6m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:48 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, National Express from Düsseldorf to Ghent trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar, National Express trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Ghent from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
€49
Deutsche Bahn frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Eurostar
About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
€40
Eurostar frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
€62
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Ghent by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Ghent can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Ghent is €65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Ghent from Düsseldorf is on average 3 h 4 min for the 214 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Ghent from Düsseldorf by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Ghent leaves at 00: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Ghent leaves at 23: 48.
There are 7 trains a day from Düsseldorf to Ghent which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Ghent. Take the fast train with Eurostar from Düsseldorf to Ghent.
The high-speed Eurostar train from Düsseldorf to Ghent takes 3 h 4 min on average.
Take the Düsseldorf to Ghent train with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Ghent from Düsseldorf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 48.
A trip to Ghent from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Düsseldorf to Ghent by train is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Ghent including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Ghent
Düsseldorf
Ghent
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Flughafen for your trip from Düsseldorf to Ghent.
Düsseldorf Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
Hotel
- Novotel
- Ibis
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
Hotel
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
Düsseldorf Wehrhahn
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Burger King
- Akropolis
- NineOfive
- ĂN BÁNH MÌ
Hotel
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
- Prinz Anton
- Hotel Asahi
Düsseldorf-Benrath
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
9 kmDining
- Asia Thai
- Cafe Kalusch
- Ballon
- La Corte
Hotel
- Schloß Hotel Benrath
- Hotel Waldesruh
Düsseldorf-Bilk
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zur Pfeffermühle
- Pizzeria Da Gino
- Rohbau
- Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Hotel
- Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City
- Günnewig Hotel Esplanade
- Novum Hotel Flora
- Hotel Niku
Düsseldorf-Derendorf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Kitchen
- Locanda La Bottella
- Cafeteria Le Carré
- RESTAURANT SPOERL FABRIK
Hotel
- Renaissance Düsseldorf Hotel
- Mercure
- NH Düsseldorf City Nord
- Hotel Haus am Zoo
The major train station for arrivals in Ghent is Gent St Pieters. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gent St Pieters for your journey to Ghent from Düsseldorf.
Gent St Pieters
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
12Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
Dining
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
Public transit options for Gent St Pieters
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
Gent-Dampoort
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
Dining
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
Public transit options for Gent-Dampoort
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
Merelbeke
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalDrongen
Amenities at train station
DiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingBike RentalGentbrugge
Amenities at train station
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