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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lille to Ghent
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Ghent will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lille for Ghent on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lille to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lille to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Ghent trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:59 PM Lille | 1h33 | 8:32 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Lille | 1h38 | 8:08 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:44 AM Lille | 1h24 | 9:08 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:59 AM Lille | 1h33 | 9:32 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lille to Ghent
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Trains from Lille to Ghent run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: SNCF from Lille to Ghent trainsSNCF trains will get you between Lille and Ghent from $16 (€13). 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 Lille to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lille to Ghent
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Kasteellaan.
- De Graslei
- Amadeus Ghent 1
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort
- Hotel Cathedral
- Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Antwerp, Brussels, and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
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