The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas 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-Niklaas will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ghent for Sint-Niklaas on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
8:53 AM0h35Ghent9:28 AMSint-Niklaas$71One-way0 transfers
8:53 AM0h35Ghent9:28 AMSint-Niklaas$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ghent to Sint-Niklaas
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m 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 Sint-Niklaas:
A bus is $0.89 (€0.73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Sint-Niklaas take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Intercity, SNCB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ghent to Sint-Niklaas train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Sint-Niklaas trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:53 PM Ghent | 0h35 | 3:28 PM Sint-Niklaas | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:53 AM Ghent | 0h35 | 9:28 AM Sint-Niklaas | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas
Trains from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas run on average 28 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Sint-Niklaas from $6 (€5). 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 Sint-Niklaas
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas 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-Niklaas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent to Sint-Niklaas
Most Ghent to Sint-Niklaas trains use the Gent St Pieters to Sint-Niklaas station pair, with some services arriving at Belsele. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Sint-Niklaas 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-Niklaas 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 Gentbrugge from Ghent city centre
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge train station facilities and services
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
Which Sint-Niklaas station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Sint-Niklaas from Sint-Niklaas city centre
Sint-Niklaas train station facilities and services
Sint-Niklaas 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 and drink
Food options include: De Witte Molen, De Graanmaat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sint-Niklaas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sint-Niklaas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sint-Niklaas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sint-Niklaas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sint-Niklaas: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Serwir, Hotel Moon, Ibis Sint Niklaas Centrum.
Getting to Nieuwkerken-Waas from Sint-Niklaas city centre
Nieuwkerken-Waas is 3 km from Sint-Niklaas city centre. Public transport options include:
Nieuwkerken-Waas train station facilities and services
Nieuwkerken-Waas has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nieuwkerken-Waas.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nieuwkerken-Waas: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nieuwkerken-Waas.
Getting to Belsele from Sint-Niklaas city centre
Belsele is 4 km from Sint-Niklaas city centre. Public transport options include:
Belsele train station facilities and services
Belsele has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Belsele.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Belsele.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belsele: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Belsele: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belsele.
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