- Must visit
National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
11 h 44 m
Average duration
12 h 13 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
763 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Prague will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to Prague without transferring at least 3 times.
R 558 · IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 1653
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1653 · rj 179
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 596 · IC 2047
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 2588 · IC 2049
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 592 · RJ 479
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 2588 · IC 2049
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 596 · IC 2047
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 596 · IC 2047
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 1655 · NJ 457
R 560 · IC 510 · ICE 315 · ICE 1655Trains from Ghent to Prague run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 474 miles (763 km) distance in 11h 44m.
Distance 474 miles (763 km) |
Average train duration 11h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 44m |
First train 3:08 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Prague trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 AM Ghent | 13h50 | 9:31 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Ghent | 11h44 | 8:25 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Ghent | 12h18 | 10:31 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Ghent | 13h44 | 7:25 AM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:13 PM Ghent | 14h12 | 8:25 AM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 PM Ghent | 13h44 | 8:25 AM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
R 558 · IC 508 · ICE 15 · ICE 1653 | 9:10 AM Drongen | 14h21 | 11:31 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Prague trains use the Gent St Pieters to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Prague 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.
Drongen is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Drongen has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Drongen.
ATMs are available at Drongen.
Available at Drongen: WC.
Available at Drongen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Drongen.
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Praha Masarykovo Nádraží 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Kotleta, Café Imperial
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha Masarykovo Nádraží: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kings Court, Grand Hotel Bohemia, Hotel Paris Prague.
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