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Museum of Fine Arts Ghent
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
$117
Average ticket price on Sep 23
$151
Fastest journey on Sep 23
6 h
Average journey duration on Sep 23
6 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 23
4
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Ghent will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 4 trains from Bremen to Ghent, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 414 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 35 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, while a flight costs an average of $575.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $575 Average price | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bremen to Ghent:
A bus is $82 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Ghent costing on average $158 (€129).
A bus is $499 (€409) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Ghent costing on average $575 (€471).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 57m.
Bus takes on average 9h 2m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (5h 57m by train vs 6h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $158 (€129) compared to roughly $99 (€81) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:44 AM Bremen | 6h35 | 12:19 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 AM Bremen | 6h35 | 2:19 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Bremen | 6h00 | 4:11 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Bremen | 6h26 | 5:11 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bremen to Ghent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (414 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 257 miles (414 km) |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Bold contemporary art museum beside the fine arts museum, known for modern Belgian and international works and ambitious temporary shows.
Museum in the former Bijloke abbey and hospital complex exploring the city's history through objects, stories, and changing exhibitions.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and river views. It is Ghent's signature postcard scene and one of the best places for a stroll.
Opposite the Graslei, this elegant quay offers classic canal panoramas, boat departures, and some of the city's finest evening views.
Lively square in the medieval core surrounded by major landmarks. A practical meeting point and excellent base for exploring central Ghent.
A creamy Gentian stew of chicken or veal with mushrooms, meatballs and white wine, traditionally served with fries or bread.
A rich mash of potatoes with carrots and onions, often served with sausage or bacon; a classic hearty Flemish comfort dish.
A smooth mustard from nearby East Flanders, known for its strong fresh heat and traditional stone-ground character.
City brewery and taproom pouring house-brewed gruut beers with a relaxed atmosphere and good introduction to Ghent beer culture.
Historic brasserie in central Ghent known for refined Belgian classics, seafood and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
Traditional restaurant focused on East Flemish cuisine, especially waterzooi and other regional dishes, in a warm classic setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Brussels in some areas, but pricier than smaller Belgian cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up for taxis, and small change is enough at cafes.
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Gent Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen 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.

Most Bremen to Ghent trains use the Bremen Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
Bremen-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
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