The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Knokke-Heist
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Knokke-Heist is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Knokke-Heist will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 36 trains that leave Ghent for Knokke-Heist on Sun, Jun 21, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
28309:22 AM0h49Ghent St Pieters10:11 AMDuinbergen$101One-way0 transfers
283211:22 AM0h49Ghent St Pieters12:11 PMDuinbergen$101One-way0 transfers
28309:22 AM0h53Ghent St Pieters10:15 AMKnokke$101One-way0 transfers
28298:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters9:07 AMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
283211:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters12:07 PMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
28298:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters9:07 AMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
283211:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters12:07 PMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
283110:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters11:07 AMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
28309:22 AM0h45Ghent St Pieters10:07 AMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
283312:22 PM0h45Ghent St Pieters1:07 PMHeist$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Ghent to Knokke-Heist
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Knokke-Heist among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Knokke-Heist take longer:
Train takes on average 48m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (48m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, SNCB.
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
Ghent to Knokke-Heist train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Knokke-Heist trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1826 · 2827 | 6:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 7:15 AM Knokke | 1 transfer | |
1826 · 2827 | 6:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 7:07 AM Heist | 1 transfer | |
1826 · 2827 | 6:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h59 | 7:11 AM Duinbergen | 1 transfer | |
1827 · 2828 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h55 | 8:07 AM Heist | 1 transfer | |
1827 · 2828 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h03 | 8:15 AM Knokke | 1 transfer | |
1827 · 2828 | 7:12 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h59 | 8:11 AM Duinbergen | 1 transfer | |
2829 | 8:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 9:07 AM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2829 | 8:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 9:15 AM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2829 | 8:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 9:11 AM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2830 | 9:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 10:11 AM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2830 | 9:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 10:15 AM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2830 | 9:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 10:07 AM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2831 | 10:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 11:11 AM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2831 | 10:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 11:07 AM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2831 | 10:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 11:15 AM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2832 | 11:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 12:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2832 | 11:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 12:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2832 | 11:22 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 12:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2833 | 12:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 1:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2833 | 12:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 1:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2833 | 12:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 1:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2834 | 1:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 2:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2834 | 1:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 2:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2834 | 1:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 2:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2835 | 2:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 3:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2835 | 2:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 3:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2835 | 2:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 3:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2836 | 3:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 4:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2836 | 3:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 4:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2836 | 3:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 4:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2837 | 4:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 5:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2837 | 4:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 5:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2837 | 4:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 5:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
2838 | 5:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h53 | 6:15 PM Knokke | 0 transfersDirect | |
2838 | 5:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h45 | 6:07 PM Heist | 0 transfersDirect | |
2838 | 5:22 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0h49 | 6:11 PM Duinbergen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Knokke-Heist
Trains from Ghent to Knokke-Heist run on average 15 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity, SNCB from Ghent to Knokke-Heist trainsIntercity, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Knokke-Heist from $11 (€9). 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 Knokke-Heist
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Knokke-Heist 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 Knokke-Heist, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Knokke-Heist
Most Ghent to Knokke-Heist trains use the Gent St Pieters to Knokke station pair, with some services arriving at Duinbergen. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Knokke-Heist train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Knokke-Heist 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 Knokke-Heist station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Knokke from Knokke-Heist city centre
Knokke is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Knokke train station facilities and services
Knokke 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: Restaurant Cuines 33, Brasserie Rubens
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Knokke. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Knokke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Knokke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Knokke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Knokke: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Réserve, Hotel Lugano, Hotel Nelson.
Getting to Duinbergen from Knokke-Heist city centre
Duinbergen is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Duinbergen train station facilities and services
Duinbergen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Duinbergen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duinbergen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Duinbergen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Getting to Heist from Knokke-Heist city centre
Heist is 2 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Heist train station facilities and services
Heist has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heist.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Heist.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heist: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heist: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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