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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€134
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€140
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 17
2
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters will cost around €140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €134.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters without transferring at least 3 times.
S8 · IC 2049 · ICE 16 · IC 28358:30 AM5h49Frankfurt am Main Flughafen2:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1341One-way3 transfers- S8 · IC 2047 · ICE 314 · IC 283710:30 AM5h49Frankfurt am Main Flughafen4:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way3 transfers
- S8 · IC 2049 · ICE 16 · IC 28358:30 AM5h49Frankfurt am Main Flughafen2:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1341One-way3 transfers
- S8 · IC 2047 · ICE 314 · IC 283710:30 AM5h49Frankfurt am Main Flughafen4:19 PMGhent St Pieters€1461One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, while a flight costs an average of €379.
Distance: 223 miles (360 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€87 Average price | €379 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters costing on average €87.
A bus is €341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters costing on average €379.
Other travel options to Ghent St Pieters take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Bus takes on average 9h 2m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (4h 1m by train vs 5h 14m by car). Tickets start at around €87 compared to roughly €72 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
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8 · IC 2049 · ICE 16 · IC 2835 | 8:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h49 | 2:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · IC 2047 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | 10:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h49 | 4:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters
Germany
Belgium
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 223 miles (360 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 8:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Ghent St Pieters from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters
Most Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Ghent St Pieters trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Ghent St Pieters train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
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.
Most popular train connections from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Most popular trains to and from Ghent St Pieters and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
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