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Museum of Fine Arts Ghent
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$49
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$106
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 19
7
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Ghent will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Ghent without transferring at least 2 times.
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1531Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$84 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Ghent:
A bus is $56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Ghent costing on average $84.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 7m.
Tickets start at around $84 compared to roughly $49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-34.63. The journey takes 2h 18m versus 2h 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.
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3518+ 9520+ 709 | 8:02 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h30 | 10:32 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
2219+ 9322+ 1531 | 8:16 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h40 | 10:56 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
3522+ 710+ 9524 | 9:02 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h30 | 11:32 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
3526+ 9528+ 711 | 10:02 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h30 | 12:32 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
2227+ 1533+ 9334 | 10:16 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h40 | 12:56 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
2227 · 1533+ 9434 | 10:16 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h40 | 12:56 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
3530+ 9532+ 712 | 11:02 AM Leiden Centraal | 2h30 | 1:32 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Leiden to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:27 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Bold contemporary art museum beside the fine arts museum, known for modern Belgian and international works and ambitious temporary shows.
Museum in the former Bijloke abbey and hospital complex exploring the city's history through objects, stories, and changing exhibitions.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and river views. It is Ghent's signature postcard scene and one of the best places for a stroll.
Opposite the Graslei, this elegant quay offers classic canal panoramas, boat departures, and some of the city's finest evening views.
Lively square in the medieval core surrounded by major landmarks. A practical meeting point and excellent base for exploring central Ghent.
A creamy Gentian stew of chicken or veal with mushrooms, meatballs and white wine, traditionally served with fries or bread.
A rich mash of potatoes with carrots and onions, often served with sausage or bacon; a classic hearty Flemish comfort dish.
A smooth mustard from nearby East Flanders, known for its strong fresh heat and traditional stone-ground character.
City brewery and taproom pouring house-brewed gruut beers with a relaxed atmosphere and good introduction to Ghent beer culture.
Historic brasserie in central Ghent known for refined Belgian classics, seafood and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
Traditional restaurant focused on East Flemish cuisine, especially waterzooi and other regional dishes, in a warm classic setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Brussels in some areas, but pricier than smaller Belgian cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up for taxis, and small change is enough at cafes.
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Gent Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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 Leiden to Ghent trains use the Leiden Centraal to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Leiden and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leiden Centraal is 1 km from Leiden city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiden Centraal 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 De Bruine Boon, Grand Café Van Buuren
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Leiden Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Leiden Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leiden Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leiden Centraal: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Leiden Centre, Golden Tulip Leiden Centre, City Hotel Nieuw Minerva.
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.
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