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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Rotterdam
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€38
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 05
30
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 €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Rotterdam without transferring at least once.
19717+
95511:27 PM1h50Ghent St Pieters3:17 PMRotterdam Centraal€381One-way1 transfer- 19713+954712:27 PM1h50Ghent St Pieters2:17 PMRotterdam Centraal€381One-way1 transfer
- 728+95277:27 AM1h50Ghent St Pieters9:17 AMRotterdam Centraal€381One-way1 transfer
- 19739+95552:27 PM1h50Ghent St Pieters4:17 PMRotterdam Centraal€381One-way1 transfer
- 19721+95593:27 PM1h50Ghent St Pieters5:17 PMRotterdam Centraal€381One-way1 transfer
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93976:36 AM1h26Ghent-Dampoort8:02 AMRotterdam Centraal€701One-way1 transfer- 730+93159:36 AM1h26Ghent-Dampoort11:02 AMRotterdam Centraal€941One-way1 transfer
- 1811+932912:02 PM1h30Ghent-Dampoort1:32 PMRotterdam Centraal€841One-way1 transfer
- 1812+99371:02 PM1h30Ghent-Dampoort2:32 PMRotterdam Centraal€841One-way1 transfer
- 19703+93098:27 AM1h35Ghent St Pieters10:02 AMRotterdam Centraal€781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €37.
Distance: 110 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rotterdam:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Rotterdam costing on average €37.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
Live departures
Ghent to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Rotterdam trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 737+9357 | 4:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 6:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 737+9457 | 4:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 6:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 737+9357 | 4:36 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 6:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 737+9457 | 4:36 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 6:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| 727+9397 | 6:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 8:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 727+9397 | 6:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 8:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 727+9397 | 6:36 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 8:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 728+9527 | 7:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 9:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19703+9531 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 10:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19703+9309 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 730+9315 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 730+9315 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 730+9535 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 11:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 730+9315 | 9:36 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19707+9539 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19709+9543 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1811+9329 | 11:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1811+9329 | 11:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1811+9329 | 12:02 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h30 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 733+9547 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 2:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19713+9547 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 2:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1812+9937 | 12:53 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1812+9937 | 12:53 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 1812+9937 | 1:02 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1h30 | 2:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19717+9339 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 734+9551 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 3:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 734+9339 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19717+9551 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 3:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 19739+9555 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 4:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
| 735+9555 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 4:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Rotterdam
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Trains from Ghent to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €11 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 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 1:46 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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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
Most Ghent to Rotterdam trains use the Gent St Pieters to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Getting to Rotterdam Blaak from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Blaak train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Blaak 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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