- 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
$31
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Ghent will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
It's difficult to get from Maastricht to Ghent without transferring at least once.
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535Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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$32 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Maastricht to Ghent:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Ghent costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18978+ 2827 | 12:16 AM Maastricht station | 6h03 | 6:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18906+ 529 | 6:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h20 | 8:36 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18910+ 530 | 7:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h20 | 9:36 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18915+ 2831+ 18 | 7:23 AM Maastricht station | 2h56 | 10:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
18914+ 531 | 8:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 10:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18919+ 9426+ 2832 | 8:23 AM Maastricht station | 2h56 | 11:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
18918+ 532 | 9:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 11:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18922+ 533 | 10:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 12:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18927+ 9438+ 2834 | 10:23 AM Maastricht station | 2h56 | 1:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
18926+ 534 | 11:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 1:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18931+ 2835+ 16 | 11:23 AM Maastricht station | 2h56 | 2:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
18930+ 535 | 12:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 2:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18935+ 9450+ 2836 | 12:23 PM Maastricht station | 2h56 | 3:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
18934+ 536 | 1:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 3:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18938+ 537 | 2:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 4:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
18942+ 538 | 3:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h19 | 5:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Maastricht to Ghent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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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 Maastricht 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 Maastricht to Ghent trains use the Maastricht to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht 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 Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Car Rental.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
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.
Drongen is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Drongen has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Drongen.
ATMs are available at Drongen.
Available at Drongen: WC.
Available at Drongen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Drongen.
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