London to Ghent train
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Fastest train times from London to Ghent
Fastest Journey
2 h 50 m
Average
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
272 km
It's difficult to get from London to Ghent without transferring at least once.
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Overview: Train from London to Ghent
 | Distance | 169 miles (272 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 50 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $251 (€225) |
 | Train frequency | 3 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | Eurostar |
Trains from London to Ghent cover the 169 miles (272 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 50 min with our travel partners like Eurostar. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $193 (€173), but the average price of train tickets is $251 (€225). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Gent St Pieters.
Train providers: Eurostar from London to Ghent trains
For as little as $193 (€173) you can travel by train between London and Ghent with Eurostar. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
Eurostar is the premier high-speed railway service which connects the United Kingdom with Europe through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, with journeys connecting London St Pancras International with Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam among other popular European cities. With its high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), the Eurostar makes travel between the UK and Europe as smooth and easy as possible. When you book your London to Ghent train, you can choose between ticket types like Standard, Standard Premier (with spacious seats and light refreshments served), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seats, lounge access, hot meals served and priority boarding).
- Average Price: $193
Travel Tips: Trains from London to Ghent
Travel by train between London, United Kingdom and Ghent, Belgium is: Fully open.
Is international entry into Ghent from London restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from London?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Ghent, Belgium?
The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
The above information was last checked on 6/20/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between London and Ghent closer to your date of departure here
The restriction level for your return train to London, United Kingdom from Ghent is: Fully open.
Is my return train into London from Ghent restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in United Kingdom from Ghent?
Conditions of reentry:
- No COVID-19 testing required
- No quarantine required
What are the safety rules to follow in London, United Kingdom?
The government of United Kingdom has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask required: Regional advice
Last checked on 6/22/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to London from Ghent closer to your date of departure here here.
When taking a train from London, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. When you arrive in Ghent, your train can arrive in train stations including Gent St Pieters and Gent-Dampoort.
Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from London Victoria to Gent St Pieters.
Passengers board the train most frequently from London Victoria, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Gent St Pieters, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTrain lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityLocation for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
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Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityMetro: Bakerloo Line.
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