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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Paris
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€81
Fastest journey on Sep 12
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
1 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 12
37
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Paris will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Paris without transferring at least once.
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70604:30 PM1h48Mouscron station6:18 PMParis Gare du Nord€441One-way1 transfer- 19732+70461:30 PM2h33Mouscron station4:03 PMParis Gare du Nord€441One-way1 transfer
- 19738+70604:14 PM2h04Kortrijk6:18 PMParis Gare du Nord€451One-way1 transfer
- 19732+70461:14 PM2h49Kortrijk4:03 PMParis Gare du Nord€451One-way1 transfer
- 19718+72262:30 PM2h47Mouscron station5:17 PMParis Gare du Nord€461One-way1 transfer
- 19708+70208:30 AM1h46Mouscron station10:16 AMParis Gare du Nord€511One-way1 transfer
- 19710+70269:30 AM1h46Mouscron station11:16 AMParis Gare du Nord€541One-way1 transfer
- 19734+703812:30 PM1h47Mouscron station2:17 PMParis Gare du Nord€761One-way1 transfer
- 19738+70604:30 PM1h48Mouscron station6:18 PMParis Gare du Nord€441One-way1 transfer
- 19712+703010:30 AM1h48Mouscron station12:18 PMParis Gare du Nord€761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Ghent to Paris
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a flight costs an average of €240.
Distance: 263 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€103 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €240 Average price | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Paris:
A bus is €81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Paris costing on average €103.
A bus is €218 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent to Paris costing on average €240.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
Live departures
Ghent to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Paris trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19716+7044 | 1:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h33 | 3:47 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19716+7044 | 1:27 PM Mouscron station | 2h20 | 3:47 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19720+7052 | 3:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h03 | 5:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19720+7052 | 3:30 PM Mouscron station | 1h47 | 5:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19736+7060 | 4:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h02 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19736+7060 | 4:30 PM Mouscron station | 1h46 | 6:16 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19742+7068 | 5:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h04 | 7:18 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19742+7068 | 5:27 PM Mouscron station | 1h51 | 7:18 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19744+7076 | 6:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h20 | 8:34 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19744+7076 | 6:27 PM Mouscron station | 2h07 | 8:34 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19726+7084 | 7:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h34 | 9:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
 518+9382 | 7:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h19 | 9:44 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19726+7084 | 7:30 PM Mouscron station | 2h18 | 9:48 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 1519+9486 | 8:00 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h19 | 10:19 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 519+9388 | 8:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 10:43 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 1505+9304 | 6:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 8:40 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 727+9310 | 6:36 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 3h03 | 9:39 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 506+9310 | 7:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 9:39 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19706+7014 | 7:27 AM Mouscron station | 1h51 | 9:18 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 728+9316 | 7:36 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 3h12 | 10:48 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 2806+9414 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h24 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 2806+9314 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h24 | 10:05 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19708+7020 | 8:14 AM Kortrijk | 2h02 | 10:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19708+7020 | 8:30 AM Mouscron station | 1h46 | 10:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19710+7026 | 9:14 AM Kortrijk | 2h02 | 11:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19710+7026 | 9:30 AM Mouscron station | 1h46 | 11:16 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19712+7030 | 10:14 AM Kortrijk | 2h04 | 12:18 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19712+7030 | 10:30 AM Mouscron station | 1h48 | 12:18 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19734+7038 | 12:14 PM Kortrijk | 2h03 | 2:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
| 19734+7038 | 12:30 PM Mouscron station | 1h47 | 2:17 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Ghent to Paris
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Trains from Ghent to Paris run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 263 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Alibus, SNCB from Ghent to Paris trainsEurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Alibus, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Paris from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Paris
Most Ghent to Paris trains use the Gent St Pieters to Paris Gare du Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Paris leave from?
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Getting to Merelbeke from Ghent city centre
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke train station facilities and services
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
Which Paris station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
Getting to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV from Paris city centre
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV train station facilities and services
Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: I Love Paris by Guy Martin, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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