The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Sint-Gillis
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Sint-Gillis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Sint-Gillis will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ghent for Sint-Gillis on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
4:13 AM0h55Ghent5:08 AMSint-Gillis$151One-way0 transfers
4:13 AM0h55Ghent5:08 AMSint-Gillis$151One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Sint-Gillis
Trains from Ghent to Sint-Gillis run on average 29 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Live departures
Ghent to Sint-Gillis train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Sint-Gillis trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 AM Ghent | 0h55 | 6:08 AM Sint-Gillis | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Ghent | 0h28 | 10:53 AM Sint-Gillis | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Ghent to Sint-Gillis
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Sint-Gillis 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 Sint-Gillis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Sint-Gillis
Most Ghent to Sint-Gillis trains use the Gent St Pieters to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Sint-Gillis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Sint-Gillis 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.
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