The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Ghent
Cheapest price on Oct 15
€62
Average ticket price on Oct 15
€111
Fastest journey on Oct 15
7 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
7 h 25 m
Trains on Oct 15
8
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Ghent will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Ghent without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 581 · ICE 656 · ICE 316 · IC 28335:01 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf12:19 PMGhent St Pieters€621One-way3 transfers
ICE 103 · ICE 316 · IC 28334:41 AM7h38Hamburg Hbf12:19 PMGhent St Pieters€621One-way2 transfers
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 · IC 80069:45 AM7h42Hamburg Hbf5:27 PMGhent St Pieters€921One-way3 transfers
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 5389:45 AM7h50Hamburg Hbf5:35 PMGhent St Pieters€921One-way2 transfers
ICE 585 · ICE 652 · ICE 314 · IC 28379:01 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf4:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way3 transfers
ICE 585 · ICE 652 · ICE 314 · IC 28379:01 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf4:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way3 transfers
ICE 583 · ICE 654 · ICE 16 · IC 28357:01 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf2:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way3 transfers
ICE 581 · ICE 656 · ICE 316 · IC 28335:01 AM7h18Hamburg Hbf12:19 PMGhent St Pieters€621One-way3 transfers
ICE 105 · ICE 16 · IC 28356:45 AM7h34Hamburg Hbf2:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way2 transfers
ICE 107 · ICE 314 · IC 28378:42 AM7h37Hamburg Hbf4:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Ghent
Trains from Hamburg to Ghent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 512 km distance in 5h 47m.
Distance 512 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 47m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Hamburg to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 103 · ICE 316 · IC 2833 | On time 4:41 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h38 | 12:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581 · ICE 656 · ICE 316 · IC 2833 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 12:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
ICE 105 · ICE 16 · IC 2835 | On time 6:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h34 | 2:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583 · ICE 654 · ICE 16 · IC 2835 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 2:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h37 | 4:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · ICE 652 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h18 | 4:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 · IC 8006 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h42 | 5:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 538 | On time 9:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h50 | 5:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Ghent
Most Hamburg to Ghent trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Ghent leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Dammtor from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor train station facilities and services
Hamburg Dammtor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
Which Ghent station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
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.
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