The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
511 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 201 · ICE 12 · IC 284112:23 PM7h56Hamburg Hbf8:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1121One-way2 transfers
ICE 203 · ICE 10 · IC 28432:23 PM7h56Hamburg Hbf10:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1211One-way2 transfers
ICE 109 · ICE 14 · IC 283910:23 AM7h56Hamburg Hbf6:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1211One-way2 transfers
ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 3671 · EC 92723:23 PM9h09Hamburg Hbf12:32 AMGhent St Pieters$2121One-way4 transfers
ICE 617 · 10345 · 18978 · Bus 189785:23 PM13h08Hamburg Hbf6:31 AMGhent St Pieters$2161One-way4 transfers
ICE 201 · ICE 12 · IC 284112:23 PM7h56Hamburg Hbf8:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1121One-way2 transfers
ICE 203 · ICE 10 · IC 28432:23 PM7h56Hamburg Hbf10:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1211One-way2 transfers
ICE 109 · ICE 14 · IC 283910:23 AM7h56Hamburg Hbf6:19 PMGhent St Pieters$1211One-way2 transfers
ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 3671 · EC 92723:23 PM9h09Hamburg Hbf12:32 AMGhent St Pieters$2121One-way4 transfers
ICE 617 · 10345 · 18978 · Bus 189785:23 PM13h08Hamburg Hbf6:31 AMGhent St Pieters$2161One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $257.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $421 Average price | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters:
A bus is $101 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters costing on average $176 (€144).
A bus is $345 (€283) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters costing on average $421 (€345).
Other travel options to Ghent St Pieters take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 33m.
Bus takes on average 10h 38m.
Tickets start at around $176 (€144) compared to roughly $119 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-57.01 (€-46.70). The journey takes 6h 33m versus 6h 16m 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.
Live departures
Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 109 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | On time 10:23 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h56 | 6:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 201 · ICE 12 · IC 2841 | On time 12:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h56 | 8:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 203 · ICE 10 · IC 2843 | On time 2:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 7h56 | 10:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
ICE 615 · ICE 224 · IC 3671 · EC 9272 | On time 3:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 9h09 | 12:32 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
ICE 617 · 10345 · 18978 · Bus 18978 | On time 5:23 PM Hamburg Hbf | 13h08 | 6:31 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters
Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $164 (€134) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 15:45. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 7h 34m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€134) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 34m |
First train 7:36 AM |
Last train 3:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg Hbf and Ghent St Pieters from $61 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters 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 Ghent St Pieters, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters
Most Hamburg Hbf to Ghent St Pieters trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Hamburg Hbf and Ghent St Pieters train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Dammtor from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Dammtor is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Dammtor train station facilities and services
Hamburg Dammtor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Hunt Coffee, Haerlin, Gran Sasso, Double Coffee
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Dammtor. ATMs are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Information desks are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Dammtor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Dammtor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Dammtor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanseatin, Renaissance, Hotel Preuß, Hotel Amsterdam.
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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