- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $122.
Distance: 280 miles (452 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent:
A bus is $111 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent costing on average $175 (€144).
A bus is $160 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent costing on average $223 (€184).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 33m.
Bus takes on average 11h 10m.
You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (5h 31m by train vs 6h 51m by car). Tickets start at around $175 (€144) compared to roughly $129 (€107) 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:55 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 6h24 | 2:19 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€74) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 280 miles (452 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 280 miles (452 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€74) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 2:20 AM |
Last train 11:48 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, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ghent, known for Belgian and international modern and experimental exhibitions.
Well-regarded design museum combining decorative arts, furniture, and contemporary design in a historic setting.
Ghent’s most famous quays, lined with guild houses and waterside views. Essential for walking, photos, and evening atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes and old houses, loved for its intimate character and local feel.
Central square surrounded by major monuments, tram connections, and constant city-center activity.
Ghent’s signature creamy stew, traditionally made with fish and now often with chicken, vegetables, cream, and egg yolk. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
A classic Flemish beef stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer, often served with fries. It is a beloved hearty dish across Flanders and very common in Ghent.
Cone-shaped Ghent candies, also called cuberdons, with a firm outer shell and a soft raspberry-flavored center. They are one of the city’s best-known sweet specialties.
Popular modern fine-dining restaurant offering creative seasonal tasting menus in a relaxed contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant known for refined Belgian cuisine and classic hospitality, suitable for trying regional dishes in a quieter setting.
Well-known brasserie on the historic Graslei, serving Belgian classics such as waterzooi and Flemish stew in a scenic canal-side setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: museums and transit are manageable, while hotels and restaurant dinners cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters, Ghent -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Ghent trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Freiburg(Breisgau) 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: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Freiburg Klinikum is 1 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg Klinikum 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: Cafe Einstein, Babeuf, Paradies, Café Melange
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg Klinikum. ATMs are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Information desks are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Stadt Freiburg.
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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