- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Courtrai to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Courtrai to Ghent will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Courtrai for Ghent on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 38 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Courtrai to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Courtrai to Ghent:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Courtrai to Ghent costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (31m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Courtrai to Ghent trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
858 | 8:17 AM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 8:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
730 | 8:59 AM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 9:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
859 | 9:17 AM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 9:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19707 | 9:59 AM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 10:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
860 | 10:17 AM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 10:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19709 | 10:59 AM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 11:24 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
861 | 11:17 AM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 11:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19713 | 11:59 AM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 12:24 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
862 | 12:17 PM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 12:51 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19717 | 12:59 PM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 1:24 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
863 | 1:17 PM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 1:51 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19739 | 1:59 PM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 2:24 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
864 | 2:17 PM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 2:51 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19721 | 2:59 PM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 3:24 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
865 | 3:17 PM Kortrijk | 0h34 | 3:51 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
19723 | 3:59 PM Kortrijk | 0h25 | 4:24 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Courtrai to Ghent run on average 10 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ghent, known for Belgian and international modern and experimental exhibitions.
Well-regarded design museum combining decorative arts, furniture, and contemporary design in a historic setting.
Ghent’s most famous quays, lined with guild houses and waterside views. Essential for walking, photos, and evening atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes and old houses, loved for its intimate character and local feel.
Central square surrounded by major monuments, tram connections, and constant city-center activity.
Ghent’s signature creamy stew, traditionally made with fish and now often with chicken, vegetables, cream, and egg yolk. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
A classic Flemish beef stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer, often served with fries. It is a beloved hearty dish across Flanders and very common in Ghent.
Cone-shaped Ghent candies, also called cuberdons, with a firm outer shell and a soft raspberry-flavored center. They are one of the city’s best-known sweet specialties.
Popular modern fine-dining restaurant offering creative seasonal tasting menus in a relaxed contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant known for refined Belgian cuisine and classic hospitality, suitable for trying regional dishes in a quieter setting.
Well-known brasserie on the historic Graslei, serving Belgian classics such as waterzooi and Flemish stew in a scenic canal-side setting.
Moderate by Belgian standards. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and dinner in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters Station, Ghent -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Courtrai to Ghent 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Courtrai to Ghent trains use the Kortrijk to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Courtrai and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kortrijk 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: De Heeren van Groeninghe, Bistro Broel, 't Vierspit
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kortrijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kortrijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kortrijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kortrijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kortrijk: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Kortrijk, Hotel Messeyne, Ibis Kortrijk Centrum.
Bissegem is 2 km from Courtrai city centre. Public transport options include:
Bissegem has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Bissegem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bissegem.
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.
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
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