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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ghent
Cheapest price
€158
Average price
€195
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ghent will cost around €195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €158.
It's difficult to get from London to Ghent without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for London to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 272 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry |
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€206 Average price | €62 Average price | €177 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ghent trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9114+432 | 8:16 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h50 | 11:06 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
| 9116+1533 | 9:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h56 | 11:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
| 9126+1535 | 11:04 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h53 | 1:57 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ghent
United Kingdom
Belgium
Trains from London to Ghent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €24 by ferry.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 21:21 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Ghent trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Ghent from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
Trains from London to Ghent
With a short journey time of approximately three hours and some early morning departures, not only is it easy to travel to Ghent from London by train, but it is also possible to break the journey with a few hours to explore Brussels. A similar timetable operates from Monday to Saturday with slightly fewer departures on Sundays. All trains leave from London St Pancras International and arrive at Ghent St Pieters.
Which train companies travel from London to Ghent?
Train routes between the two cities of London and Ghent are operated mainly by Eurostar, a European-owned high-speed service that links the United Kingdom with some continental countries via the Channel Tunnel. Eurostar tickets are available in three classes in modern and comfortable trains. Onboard services include luggage space, power sockets, individual lights, WiFi and cafe-bars.
How long is the train from London to Ghent?
The actual journey time by train from London to Ghent is approximately three hours but this will be longer if passengers wish to break their journey in Brussels, where connections are made at Brussels-Midi Train Station.
How many trains are there from London to Ghent?
There are up to nine trains to Ghent from London every day with trains leaving at regular intervals from the early morning until early evening. The first departure is later on Sundays while some late evening departures do not arrive in Ghent until the following day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Ghent?
Departure train station: All trains from London to Ghent depart from London St Pancras International Station, which has several large concourses and is conveniently located for central London. It is part of a transport network that includes local, regional, intercity and underground trains as well as local buses and taxis. Station facilities at London St Pancras International include car parking, WiFi, left luggage storage, currency exchange, cafes and restaurants, including a champagne bar, and shops that range from supermarkets to high-end boutiques.
Arrival train station: All trains to Ghent from London terminate at Ghent St Pieters Station. This historic station is part of an extensive tram and bus network. To reach the city centre from Ghent St Pieters Station takes about 10 minutes by tram. Among the station facilities are left luggage storage, car parking and cafes.
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Eurostar Trains from London to Ghent
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FAQs: Trains from London to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Ghent
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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