The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ghent
Cheapest price
$386
Average price
$530
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ghent will cost around $530 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $386.
To travel from London to Ghent you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for London to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 $35, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 272 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
$277 Average Price | $111 Average Price | $369 Average Price | $40 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 1h 34m 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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Live departures
London to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ghent trains for today, Tuesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9126+ 1535 | 11:04 am London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h52 | 1:56 pm Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
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9106+ 430 | 6:16 am London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h50 | 9:06 am Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
9110+ 1531 | 7:04 am London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h53 | 9:57 am Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
9116+ 1533 | 9:01 am London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h56 | 11:57 am Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ghent
Trains from London to Ghent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 but you can travel from only $32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 21:21 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Ghent trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Ghent from $32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Ghent train
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
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ghent
- 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
- 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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