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Beaux-Arts Mons (BAM)
Flagship fine arts museum with old masters and modern works. A strong introduction to Mons's artistic heritage in a central setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$13
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 39 m
Trains on Sep 19
27
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Mons is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Mons will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Mons without transferring at least once.
1860 · 4861
1512 · 3734
2810 · 3433 · 3834
2810 · 3433 · 3834+
4463
1509 · 3731
1512 · 3734
1509 · 3731
1507 · 3729
1510 · 3732
1508 · 3730Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Mons among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Mons:
A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ghent to Mons costing on average $18.
Other travel options to Mons take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 1m.
Tickets start at around $17 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.16. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 26m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Mons trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1507 · 3729+ 4459 | 8:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h53 | 9:56 AM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1507 · 3729 | 8:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 9:42 AM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1858 · 4859 | 8:05 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 10:34 AM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
507 · 1930+ 4859 | 8:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 10:34 AM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2807 · 3430+ 4481 | 8:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 11:03 AM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1508 · 3730 | 9:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 10:42 AM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1859 · 4860 | 9:05 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 11:34 AM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
508 · 1931+ 4860 | 9:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 11:34 AM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
1509 · 3731 | 10:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 11:42 AM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1509 · 3731+ 4461 | 10:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h53 | 11:56 AM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1860 · 4861 | 10:05 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 12:34 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
509 · 1932+ 4861 | 10:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 12:34 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2809 · 3432+ 4483 | 10:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 1:03 PM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1510 · 3732 | 11:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 12:42 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1861 · 4862 · 4463 | 11:05 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h51 | 1:56 PM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1861 · 4862 | 11:05 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 1:34 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
510 · 1933+ 4862 | 11:25 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 1:34 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2810 · 3433 · 3834 | 11:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h03 | 1:44 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2810 · 3433 · 3834+ 4463 | 11:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h15 | 1:56 PM Nimy | 3 transfers | |
1511 · 3733 | 12:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h45 | 1:48 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1862 · 4863 | 12:05 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 2:34 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
511 · 1934+ 4863 | 12:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 2:34 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2811 · 3434+ 4485 | 12:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h22 | 3:03 PM Nimy | 2 transfers | |
1512 · 3734 | 1:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 2:42 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
1863 · 4864 | 1:05 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 3:34 PM Mons station | 1 transfer | |
512 · 1935+ 4864 | 1:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h09 | 3:34 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
2812 · 3435 · 3836 | 1:41 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h03 | 3:44 PM Mons station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Ghent to Mons run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Discover the best of Mons — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mons trip today.
Flagship fine arts museum with old masters and modern works. A strong introduction to Mons's artistic heritage in a central setting.
Site museum preserving a major Neolithic flint mine, a UNESCO World Heritage location. Guided visits reveal prehistoric technology and ritual life.
Immersive museum on the 1815 battle and Napoleon's era. Multimedia displays and artifacts make military history accessible to broad audiences.
Historic central square surrounded by guild-style facades, terraces, and the Town Hall. It is the essential base for exploring Mons on foot.
Formal park below the Belfry with lawns, statues, and broad views. Ideal for a gentle walk between the upper town and the center.
Hilltop esplanade around the Belfry with one of the best city viewpoints. A classic place for photos and orientation in Mons.
A rich local ale from Mons, brewed with caramel malt notes and linked to the city’s festive and café culture.
A creamy Belgian cheese made in nearby Hainaut abbeys, often served on cheese boards and valued for regional monastic tradition.
Belgian fries served hot with sauces. They are a daily local staple and a classic street food across Mons and Wallonia.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining known for refined seasonal cuisine and polished service in central Mons.
Stylish brasserie near the Grand-Place serving Belgian classics, seafood, and a strong beer list in a lively setting.
Reliable local venue for traditional Belgian dishes, grilled meats, and regional beers with a relaxed brasserie atmosphere.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Mons is often a bit cheaper than Brussels or Bruges for tourists.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Mons 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 Mons, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Mons trains use the Gent St Pieters to Mons station pair, with some services arriving at Nimy. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Mons train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Mons 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: Citizen Fox, Copenhagen Tavern
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mons. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mons. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mons: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mons: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mons: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dream, Hotel Lido Mons Centre, Congres Hotel Mons Van der Valk.
Nimy is 1 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Nimy has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nimy.
ATMs are available at Nimy.
Available at Nimy: WC.
Available at Nimy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Obourg is 4 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Obourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Obourg.
ATMs are available at Obourg.
Available at Obourg: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Obourg.
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