- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mons to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mons to Ghent will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Mons for Ghent on Sun, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mons to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.41 (€-0.34). The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 27m 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 Mons to Ghent trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3807 · 3408+ 18124 | 8:15 AM Mons station | 1h58 | 10:13 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4879 · 1880 | 8:25 AM Mons station | 2h31 | 10:56 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
4879+ 1908+ 18202 | 8:25 AM Mons station | 2h01 | 10:26 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
13754+ 3709+ 3709+ 18163 | 8:40 AM Mons station | 2h03 | 10:43 AM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
4479 · 4880 · 1881 | 9:04 AM Nimy | 2h51 | 11:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4479+ 3808 · 3409 · 2832 | 9:04 AM Nimy | 2h15 | 11:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
3808 · 3409 · 2832 | 9:15 AM Mons station | 2h04 | 11:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4880 · 18203+ 1909 | 9:25 AM Mons station | 2h01 | 11:26 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4880 · 1881 | 9:25 AM Mons station | 2h30 | 11:55 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
13755 · 3710 · 1532+ 3710 | 9:40 AM Mons station | 2h16 | 11:56 AM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
4459+ 3410+ 18228 | 9:57 AM Nimy | 2h09 | 12:06 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
3809 · 3410+ 18228 | 10:15 AM Mons station | 1h51 | 12:06 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4881 · 1882 | 10:25 AM Mons station | 2h30 | 12:55 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
4881+ 1910+ 18204 | 10:25 AM Mons station | 2h01 | 12:26 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
13756+ 3711+ 3711 · 1533 | 10:40 AM Mons station | 2h16 | 12:56 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
4481 · 4882 · 1883 | 11:04 AM Nimy | 2h51 | 1:55 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4481+ 3810 · 3411 · 2834 | 11:04 AM Nimy | 2h15 | 1:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
3810 · 3411 · 2834 | 11:15 AM Mons station | 2h04 | 1:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
4882 · 1883 | 11:25 AM Mons station | 2h30 | 1:55 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
4882+ 1911+ 18205 | 11:25 AM Mons station | 2h01 | 1:26 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
13757 · 3712 · 1534+ 3712 | 11:40 AM Mons station | 2h16 | 1:56 PM Ghent St Pieters | 3 transfers | |
4461+ 3412 · 2835 | 11:57 AM Nimy | 2h22 | 2:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Mons to Ghent run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 4:39 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern art, and strong temporary exhibitions.
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Ghent’s most photogenic quays, lined with guild houses and busy with walkers and boat views.
Atmospheric medieval quarter of narrow lanes, historic houses, and a distinctly local character.
Central square surrounded by major monuments, tram lines, and constant city-center activity.
Ghent’s signature creamy stew, traditionally made with fish and now often with chicken, vegetables, and herbs. 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 staple in Ghent brasseries and pubs.
Cone-shaped raspberry candies also called cuberdons, famous in Ghent for their soft syrupy center and sweet floral flavor.
A respected modern restaurant offering creative seasonal cuisine in a more refined setting, popular for a higher-end meal in Ghent.
A long-established brasserie on Korenmarkt known for Flemish classics such as waterzooi and stew, with a lively grand café atmosphere.
A stylish, well-known restaurant in a former warehouse serving Belgian-French dishes, seafood, and meat in a dramatic historic setting.
Moderate by Belgian standards: budget eats are manageable, while hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up small taxi fares.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters, Ghent -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mons 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 Mons to Ghent trains use the Mons to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Mons and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mons 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: Citizen Fox, Copenhagen Tavern
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mons. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mons. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mons: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mons: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mons: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dream, Hotel Lido Mons Centre, Congres Hotel Mons Van der Valk.
Obourg is 4 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Obourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Obourg.
ATMs are available at Obourg.
Available at Obourg: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Obourg.
Nimy is 1 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Nimy has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nimy.
ATMs are available at Nimy.
Available at Nimy: WC.
Available at Nimy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
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