The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters without transferring at least once.
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197349:12 AM2h20Schiphol Airport11:32 AMGhent St Pieters$621One-way1 transfer
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1971811:12 AM2h20Schiphol Airport1:32 PMGhent St Pieters$621One-way1 transfer
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197148:12 AM2h20Schiphol Airport10:32 AMGhent St Pieters$621One-way1 transfer
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1971610:12 AM2h20Schiphol Airport12:32 PMGhent St Pieters$721One-way1 transfer
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197349:27 AM2h05Schiphol Airport11:32 AMGhent St Pieters$1111One-way1 transfer
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197349:27 AM2h05Schiphol Airport11:32 AMGhent St Pieters$1111One-way1 transfer
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197349:27 AM2h05Schiphol Airport11:32 AMGhent St Pieters$1111One-way1 transfer
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1971811:27 AM2h05Schiphol Airport1:32 PMGhent St Pieters$1111One-way1 transfer
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197148:27 AM2h05Schiphol Airport10:32 AMGhent St Pieters$1111One-way1 transfer
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197349:12 AM2h20Schiphol Airport11:32 AMGhent St Pieters$621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $228.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $377 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $355 (€290) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters costing on average $377 (€308).
Other travel options to Ghent St Pieters take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
Flight takes on average 4h 42m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $55 (€45) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters train times
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:11 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h21 | 8:32 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h20 | 11:32 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h45 | 12:32 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 2h21 | 12:32 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters
Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 7:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters trainsEurocity Direct, Eurostar, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Ghent St Pieters from $13 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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NS International | IC Brussel
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Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters 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 St Pieters, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters
Most Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Ghent St Pieters trains use the Amsterdam Zuid to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Ghent St Pieters train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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.
Getting to Gentbrugge from Ghent city centre
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge train station facilities and services
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
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