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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Tournai
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Tournai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Tournai will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ghent for Tournai on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:37 AM1h50Ghent11:27 AMTournai€181One-way0 transfers
- 9:37 AM1h50Ghent11:27 AMTournai€181One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Ghent to Tournai train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Tournai trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:37 AM Ghent | 1h50 | 11:27 AM Tournai | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Tournai
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Trains from Ghent to Tournai run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Tournai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Tournai 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 Tournai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Tournai
Most Ghent to Tournai trains use the Gent St Pieters to Tournai station pair, with some services arriving at Froyennes. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Tournai train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Tournai 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.
Which Tournai station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Tournai from Tournai city centre
Tournai train station facilities and services
Tournai has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Carillon, La Petite Madeleine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tournai. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tournai. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tournai: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tournai: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tournai: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel d'Alcantara, Hotel Cathedrale, Hotel l'Europe.
Getting to Froyennes from Tournai city centre
Froyennes is 3 km from Tournai city centre. Public transport options include:
Froyennes train station facilities and services
Froyennes has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Froyennes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Froyennes: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Froyennes.
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