The cheapest and fastest trains from Schiphol to Ghent
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schiphol to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to Ghent will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 4 trains that leave Schiphol for Ghent on Tue, Nov 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Schiphol to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €189.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €394 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Schiphol to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to Ghent trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:11 AM Schiphol | 2h21 | 8:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Schiphol | 2h21 | 9:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Schiphol | 2h21 | 10:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Schiphol | 3h17 | 11:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Schiphol | 2h20 | 11:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:12 AM Schiphol | 2h20 | 6:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schiphol to Ghent
Trains from Schiphol to Ghent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, PKP Intercity from Schiphol to Ghent trainsNS International | IC Brussel, Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Schiphol and Ghent from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
NS International | IC Brussel
Eurostar
PKP Intercity
Eurocity Direct
FAQs: Trains from Schiphol to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol 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 Schiphol 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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