The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Cheapest price on Nov 05
- €52
- Average ticket price on Nov 05
- €57
- Fastest journey on Nov 05
- 2 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 05
- 2 h 20 m
- Trains on Nov 05
- 4
- Distance
- 158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 4 trains from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.

6:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 8:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €52 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 12:47 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 9:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 11:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers

10:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 12:47 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 9:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 11:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €59 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:27 AM 2h20 Ghent 8:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol €52 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Trains from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 13:27. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (158 km) distance in 1h 47m.
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Journey facts
- Distance98 miles (158 km)
- Average train duration2h 5m
- Cheapest ticket price€19
- Trains per day15
- Fastest train1h 47m
- First train3:27 AM
- Last train1:27 PM
- Cheapest MonthAug
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DayMon
- Least Busy DayWed
- Best time to book2 days
Understand & plan this route
- Operators on this routeEurocity Direct • Eurostar • Intercity
- High-speed trainsAvailable on this route
- Cross-border trainsBelgium–Netherlands services
- Night trainsAvailable on this route
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Frequently asked questions about your Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Live departures
Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:27 AM Ghent | 2h20 | 8:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Ghent | 2h20 | 9:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:27 AM Ghent | 2h20 | 11:47 AM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Ghent | 2h20 | 12:47 PM Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies
Train companies from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Trains from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with Eurocity Direct, Eurostar, and Intercity. Night trains available on this route with SNCB. High-speed trains available on this route with Eurostar, EuroCity, and SNCB. Regional trains available on this route with SNCB. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Eurostar
Intercity
NS International | IC Brussel
EuroCity
Eurocity Direct
SNCB
SNCB | BUS
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Ghent and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Most Ghent to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains use the Gent St Pieters to Amsterdam Zuid station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Merelbeke from Ghent city centre
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke train station facilities and services
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
