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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Mechelen to Ghent
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mechelen to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mechelen to Ghent will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 6 trains that leave Mechelen for Ghent on Tue, May 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
8:16 AM1h03Mechelen9:19 AMGhent$141One-way0 transfers- 12:15 PM0h48Mechelen1:03 PMGhent$141One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM1h06Mechelen7:36 AMGhent$141One-way0 transfers
6:32 AM1h06Mechelen7:38 AMGhent$151One-way0 transfers- 7:30 AM1h06Mechelen8:36 AMGhent$151One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM0h48Mechelen1:03 PMGhent$141One-way0 transfers
- 8:16 AM1h03Mechelen9:19 AMGhent$141One-way0 transfers
- 6:32 AM1h06Mechelen7:38 AMGhent$151One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM1h06Mechelen8:36 AMGhent$151One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM1h06Mechelen7:36 AMGhent$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Mechelen to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mechelen to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $14 (€11) 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 Regional, Intercity, 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.
Live departures
Mechelen to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Mechelen to Ghent trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM Mechelen | 1h06 | 8:36 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:16 AM Mechelen | 1h03 | 9:19 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:36 AM Mechelen | 1h02 | 10:38 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 12 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Mechelen | 1h06 | 7:36 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:32 AM Mechelen | 1h06 | 7:38 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mechelen to Ghent
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Trains from Mechelen to Ghent run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB from Mechelen to Ghent trainsIntercity, Regional, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), SNCB trains will get you between Mechelen and Ghent from $9 (€7). 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 Mechelen to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mechelen 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 Mechelen to Ghent
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant De Graspoort
- Il Cardinale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- NH Mechelen
- Hotel Elisabeth
- Martin's Patershof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to Brussels, Antwerp, and regional destinations
- Train: IC, S-train
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalParkingDiningWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage 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 ParkingBike 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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