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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$21
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$21
Fastest journey on Aug 30
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 h 15 m
Trains on Aug 30
3
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 3 trains from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
6:11 AM1h11Brussels National Airport7:22 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers- 4:30 AM1h23Brussels National Airport5:53 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM1h11Brussels National Airport9:22 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers
- 6:11 AM1h11Brussels National Airport7:22 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers
- 8:11 AM1h11Brussels National Airport9:22 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 AM1h23Brussels National Airport5:53 AMGhent-Dampoort$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Ghent-Dampoort take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $14 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.86 (€-10.42). The journey takes 1h 6m versus 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2838 · 738 | 4:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 5:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
3737 · 538+ 667 | 4:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 5:53 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2637 · 1838 | 4:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h18 | 5:58 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2839 · 739 | 5:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 6:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 3738 · 539+18135 | 5:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h13 | 6:43 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2638 · 1839 | 5:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h18 | 6:58 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2840 · 740 | 6:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 7:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 3739 · 540+669 | 6:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 7:53 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2639 · 1840 | 6:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h18 | 7:58 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2841 · 741 | 7:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 8:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 3740 · 541+18137 | 7:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h13 | 8:43 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2640 · 1841 | 7:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h18 | 8:58 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2842 · 742 | 8:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 9:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 3741 · 542+671 | 8:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 9:53 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2641 · 1842 | 8:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h18 | 9:58 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2843 · 743 | 9:24 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 10:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 3742 · 543+672 | 9:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 10:53 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 2 transfers | |
| 2642 · 722 | 9:40 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h42 | 11:22 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| 2243 · 744 | 9:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h38 | 11:35 PM Ghent-Dampoort | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| 4:30 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 5:53 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 7:22 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:11 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h11 | 9:22 AM Ghent-Dampoort | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort
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Trains from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
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Train companies: Intercity, EuroCity from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort trainsIntercity, EuroCity trains will get you between Brussels National Airport and Ghent-Dampoort from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort 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-Dampoort, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort
Most Brussels National Airport to Ghent-Dampoort trains use the Bruxelles-Central to Gent St Pieters station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels National Airport and Ghent-Dampoort train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Most popular train connections from Brussels National Airport
Most popular trains to and from Ghent-Dampoort and Brussels National Airport
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