The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Ghent
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Ghent will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 55 trains that leave Paris for Ghent on Thu, Jan 08, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 263 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €152.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€115 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €349 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Ghent trains for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7061+ 19735 | On time 4:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h07 | 6:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
7061+ 19735 | On time 4:38 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h51 | 6:29 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
9371 | 4:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9471 | 4:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 6:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7069+ 19737 | On time 5:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 7:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
7069+ 19737 | On time 5:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 7:29 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
9381 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h02 | 8:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9381 | 6:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 7:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7077+ 19741 | On time 6:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 8:29 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7077+ 19741 | On time 6:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 8:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
9387 | 7:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 8:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9393 | 8:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 9:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
9303 | 5:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h05 | 7:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9303 | 5:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 6:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9309 | 6:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 7:45 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9309 | 6:23 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h04 | 8:27 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9411 | 6:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 8:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9315 | 7:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 8:47 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7015+ 19709 | On time 7:45 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 9:29 AM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7015+ 19709 | On time 7:45 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 9:45 AM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
9423 | 8:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 10:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7025+ 19715 | On time 9:15 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h30 | 11:45 AM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
7025+ 19715 | On time 9:15 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h14 | 11:29 AM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7265+ 19739 | On time 9:52 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h37 | 12:29 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7265+ 19739 | On time 9:52 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h53 | 12:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
9329 | 9:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h02 | 11:57 AM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9329 | 9:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 11:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9429 | 9:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 11:17 AM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9435 | 10:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 12:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9339 | 11:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 12:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9339 | 11:22 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h05 | 1:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
7569+ 19719 | On time 11:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h20 | 1:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
7569+ 19719 | On time 11:25 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h05 | 1:30 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
9341 | 11:55 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 1:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7037 · 9862 | On time 12:15 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h11 | 2:26 PM Brussels-Midi | 1 transfer | |
9351 | 1:22 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 2:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7043+ 19725 | On time 1:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h44 | 3:29 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7043+ 19725 | On time 1:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 3:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
7047+ 19751 | On time 2:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h48 | 4:33 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7047+ 19751 | On time 2:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 4:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
9459 | 2:55 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 4:17 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9363 | 3:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h02 | 5:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9363 | 3:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 4:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
7053+ 19729 | On time 3:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h47 | 5:32 PM Mouscron station | 1 transfer | |
7053+ 19729 | On time 3:45 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h00 | 5:45 PM Kortrijk | 1 transfer | |
9369 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 5:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
9369 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h02 | 6:27 PM Antwerp-Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
9469 | 4:25 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 1h22 | 5:47 PM Brussels-Midi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Ghent
Trains from Paris to Ghent run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Eurostar, EuroCity, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Paris to Ghent trainsEurostar, EuroCity, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Ghent from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train tickets from Paris to Ghent: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Paris - Ghent 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 13% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Paris - Ghent with 2 months in advance you save up to about 24% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 32%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Ghent
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the airport's parking facilities.
- I Love Paris by Guy Martin
- Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Moxy Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
- Novotel Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Located in the main hall
- 30 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for TGV and Thalys trains
- Hall 2: RER B platforms
- Hall 3: access to airport terminals
- RER: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Airport shuttle: CDGVAL connects all terminals
- 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
- 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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