The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Brussels
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
78
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Brussels will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 78 trains that leave Ghent for Brussels on Tue, Dec 02, 78 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
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Compare bus and train for Ghent to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Brussels trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1507 | 7:04 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 7:40 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
1507 | 7:04 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 7:45 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1507 | 7:04 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 7:32 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h54 | 8:06 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h08 | 8:20 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
3608 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 8:15 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
7009 | 7:20 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h39 | 7:59 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
7009 | 7:20 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h44 | 8:04 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
7009 | 7:20 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 7:49 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 7:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 7:52 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 7:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 8:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
507 | 7:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 8:00 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2208 | 7:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h10 | 8:49 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2208 | 7:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h05 | 8:44 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2208 | 7:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h56 | 8:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 8:10 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 8:22 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2807 | 7:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 8:17 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
408 | 7:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 8:24 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
408 | 7:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h37 | 8:32 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
408 | 7:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h42 | 8:37 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 8:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 8:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h40 | 8:40 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
1508 | 8:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 8:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 8:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h08 | 9:20 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 8:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 9:07 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
3609 | 8:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 9:15 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 8:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 9:00 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 8:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 8:52 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
508 | 8:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 9:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2209 | 8:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h56 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2209 | 8:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h05 | 9:44 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2209 | 8:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h10 | 9:49 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 9:22 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 9:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2808 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 9:17 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
409 | 8:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h37 | 9:32 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
409 | 8:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 9:24 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
409 | 8:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h42 | 9:37 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 9:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 9:41 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 9:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 9:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
1509 | 9:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 9:36 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 9:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h08 | 10:20 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 9:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 10:07 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
3610 | 9:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 10:15 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 9:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 10:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 9:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 9:52 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
509 | 9:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 10:00 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2210 | 9:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h05 | 10:44 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2210 | 9:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h56 | 10:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2210 | 9:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h10 | 10:49 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 10:22 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 10:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 | 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
410 | 9:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 10:24 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
410 | 9:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h37 | 10:32 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
410 | 9:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h42 | 10:37 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 10:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 10:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 10:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h40 | 10:40 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
1510 | 10:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 10:45 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 10:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h08 | 11:20 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 10:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 11:15 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
3611 | 10:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 11:07 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 10:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 10:52 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 10:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 11:00 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
510 | 10:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 11:05 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2211 | 10:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h05 | 11:44 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2211 | 10:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h56 | 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2211 | 10:39 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h10 | 11:49 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 11:09 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h36 | 11:17 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
2810 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h41 | 11:22 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
411 | 10:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h37 | 11:32 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
411 | 10:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h42 | 11:37 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
411 | 10:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h29 | 11:24 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 11:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h40 | 11:40 AM Brussels-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 11:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 11:45 AM Brussels-North | 0 transfersDirect | |
1511 | 11:00 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h28 | 11:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Brussels
Trains from Ghent to Brussels run on average 16 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ghent to Brussels trainsPKP Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Brussels from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
SNCB
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Brussels
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Brussels
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue du Progrès.
- Chabrol Brasserie
- Winok Café
- Félix Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Progress
- Hilton Brussels City
- Hotel Siru
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 25, Line 55
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
- Starbucks
- Brasserie 28 Brewery
- Panos
- Delitraiteur Eat & Go
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hilton Brussels Grand Palace
- Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe
- Hôtel The Moon
- Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00
- Travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
- Metro lines: 1, 5
- Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
- Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
- Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
- Pullman Hotel Bar
- Quick Gare du Midi
- Subway
- EXKi Zuid
- Starbucks
- Häagen-Dazs
- Sbarro
- The Coffee Club
- The Belgian Chocolate House
- PAUL
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Les Lofts De Styliste
- Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
- Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
- Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Rue de Trèves.
- The Twelve
- Le Grand Central
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Thon Hotel EU
- Aloft Brussels Schuman
- Sofitel Brussels Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Luxembourg, France, and Germany
- Hall 2: access to European Parliament
- Metro: Line 1, Line 5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 81
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options in the European Quarter.
- The Twelve
- Kafenio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Brussels - Schuman
- Aloft Brussels Schuman
- Sofitel Brussels Europe
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to local, regional, and international destinations
- Hall 2: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1, Line 5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 81
- Friture Pitta De La Chapelle
- Les Brigittines
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Metro: Line 3, Line 4
- Tram: Line 51
- Bus: Several lines available
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