The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Rotterdam will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Ghent to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 110 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€41 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Rotterdam trains for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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729+ 9309 | 7:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
729+ 9531 | 7:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h51 | 9:18 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
730+ 9535 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h51 | 10:18 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
730+ 9315 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
731+ 9539 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
732+ 9543 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h51 | 12:18 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, March 8 | |||||
727+ 9523 | 5:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h51 | 7:18 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs PKP Intercity?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for PKP Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn or Eurostar to find the best option for your trip from Ghent to Rotterdam.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Rotterdam
Trains from Ghent to Rotterdam run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:46, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 01:46 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB from Ghent to Rotterdam trainsPKP Intercity, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Rotterdam from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
PKP Intercity
EuroCity
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Eurostar
Eurocity Direct
SNCB
Thalys Trains from Antwerp to Cologne
The Thalys is a high-speed railroad company in France connecting the France to the rest of Europe and beyond. Perfect for multi-city train journeys in Europe.
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Rotterdam
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Rotterdam
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Blaak 1.
- Restaurant Fitzgerald
- Markthal Rotterdam
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.70
- Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak
- citizenM Rotterdam
- Ibis Rotterdam City Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains and metro services
- Hall 2: access to tram and bus connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C
- Tram: Line 21, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- 100 places, covered
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
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