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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Breda
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Breda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Breda will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ghent for Breda on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
8:03 AM2h16Ghent10:19 AMBreda$231One-way0 transfers- 6:27 AM1h52Ghent8:19 AMBreda$251One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM1h52Ghent10:19 AMBreda$271One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM1h52Ghent9:19 AMBreda$271One-way0 transfers
- 2:27 PM1h52Ghent4:19 PMBreda$341One-way0 transfers
- 8:27 AM1h52Ghent10:19 AMBreda$271One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM1h52Ghent8:19 AMBreda$251One-way0 transfers
- 2:27 PM1h52Ghent4:19 PMBreda$341One-way0 transfers
- 7:27 AM1h52Ghent9:19 AMBreda$271One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM2h16Ghent10:19 AMBreda$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ghent to Breda
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Breda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Breda:
A bus is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Breda costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Breda take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.58 (€-1.29). The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 32m 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
Ghent to Breda train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Breda trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
731+ 9231 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h13 | 12:40 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| 732+9235 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h13 | 1:40 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| 733+9239 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h57 | 2:24 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| 734+9243 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h57 | 3:24 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| 735+9247 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h57 | 4:24 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| 736+9251 | 3:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h57 | 5:24 PM Breda station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 6:27 AM Ghent | 1h52 | 8:19 AM Breda | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:27 AM Ghent | 1h52 | 9:19 AM Breda | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Breda
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Trains from Ghent to Breda run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 2:20 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Intercity, EuroCity, SNCB from Ghent to Breda trainsIntercity, EuroCity, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Breda from $15 (€12). 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 Ghent to Breda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Breda 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 Breda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Breda
Most Ghent to Breda trains use the Gent St Pieters to Breda station pair, with some services arriving at Breda-Prinsenbeek. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Breda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Breda leave from?
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.
Which Breda station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Breda from Breda city centre
Breda is 1 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda train station facilities and services
Breda 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 Con Fuego, De Colonie Breda
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Breda. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Breda. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Breda: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Breda: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Nassau Breda, Apollo Hotel Breda City Centre, Golden Tulip Keyser Breda.
Getting to Breda-Prinsenbeek from Breda city centre
Breda-Prinsenbeek is 4 km from Breda city centre. Public transport options include:
Breda-Prinsenbeek train station facilities and services
Breda-Prinsenbeek has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Breda-Prinsenbeek: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Breda-Prinsenbeek.
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