The cheapest and fastest trains from Lokeren to Ghent
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lokeren to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lokeren to Ghent will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lokeren for Ghent on Mon, Jun 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
8:28 AM0h22Lokeren8:50 AMGhent€41One-way0 transfers
10:10 AM0h22Lokeren10:32 AMGhent€61One-way0 transfers
10:10 AM0h22Lokeren10:32 AMGhent€61One-way0 transfers
8:28 AM0h22Lokeren8:50 AMGhent€41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lokeren to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lokeren to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 20 km
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54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lokeren to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Lokeren to Ghent trains for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:46 PM Lokeren | 0h22 | 5:08 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Lokeren | 0h22 | 11:32 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lokeren to Ghent by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lokeren to Ghent
Trains from Lokeren to Ghent run on average 13 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 22m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB from Lokeren to Ghent trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Lokeren and Ghent from €3. 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 Lokeren to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lokeren 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 Lokeren to Ghent
- 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
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