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Museum of Fine Arts Ghent
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Ghent will cost around €156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €77.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Ghent without transferring at least 4 times.
IC 562 · 5288 · ICE 528 · ICE 318
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RJ 512 · 5286 · ICE 622 · ICE 10
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Trains from Prague to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €66 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 474 miles (763 km) distance in 9h 43m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Prague to Ghent.
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJ 178 · BUS 10178 · ICE 1558 · ICE 10 | 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h48 | 10:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
rj 178 · rj 10178 · ICE 1558 · ICE 10 | 8:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h48 | 10:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
EX 358 · Bus RE25 · 3570 · ICE 622 | 9:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h44 | 10:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 5 transfers | |
RJ 382 · BUS 10382 · ICE 1556 · ICE 318 | 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h20 | 12:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
rj 382 · rj 10382 · ICE 1556 · ICE 318 | 10:31 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 14h20 | 12:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
RJ 512 · 5286 · ICE 622 · ICE 10 | 10:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 11h44 | 10:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
EX 356 · Bus RE25 · 3574 · ICE 528 | 11:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 13h16 | 12:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 5 transfers | |
IC 562 · 5288 · ICE 528 · ICE 318 | 12:35 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 12h16 | 12:51 AM Ghent St Pieters | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Prague to Ghent with České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with České dráhy and Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, Belgian art, and rotating exhibitions. Essential for understanding Ghent's artistic heritage.
Bold contemporary art museum beside the fine arts museum, known for modern Belgian and international works and ambitious temporary shows.
Museum in the former Bijloke abbey and hospital complex exploring the city's history through objects, stories, and changing exhibitions.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and river views. It is Ghent's signature postcard scene and one of the best places for a stroll.
Opposite the Graslei, this elegant quay offers classic canal panoramas, boat departures, and some of the city's finest evening views.
Lively square in the medieval core surrounded by major landmarks. A practical meeting point and excellent base for exploring central Ghent.
A creamy Gentian stew of chicken or veal with mushrooms, meatballs and white wine, traditionally served with fries or bread.
A rich mash of potatoes with carrots and onions, often served with sausage or bacon; a classic hearty Flemish comfort dish.
A smooth mustard from nearby East Flanders, known for its strong fresh heat and traditional stone-ground character.
City brewery and taproom pouring house-brewed gruut beers with a relaxed atmosphere and good introduction to Ghent beer culture.
Historic brasserie in central Ghent known for refined Belgian classics, seafood and elegant Art Nouveau surroundings.
Traditional restaurant focused on East Flemish cuisine, especially waterzooi and other regional dishes, in a warm classic setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Brussels in some areas, but pricier than smaller Belgian cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up for taxis, and small change is enough at cafes.
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Gent Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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 Prague to Ghent trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Prague and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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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