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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Ghent

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

1 h 52 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Trains per day

Distance

110 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rotterdam to Ghent will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Rotterdam for Ghent on Thu, Jul 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.

09:09AM2h24

Rotterdam

11:33AMGhent

$351One-way

0 transfers

01:09PM2h24

Rotterdam

03:33PMGhent

$441One-way

0 transfers

08:09PM2h24

Rotterdam

10:33PMGhent

$441One-way

0 transfers

08:41AM1h52

Rotterdam

10:33AMGhent

$501One-way

0 transfers

06:41AM1h52

Rotterdam

08:33AMGhent

$501One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Rotterdam to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €26.

Distance: 68 miles (110 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€43 Average price	€18 Average price Cheapest
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Rotterdam to Ghent train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 2:49 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
9520+19714	6:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal	1h51	8:32 AM Ghent St Pieters	1 transfer
9524+19734	7:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal	1h51	9:32 AM Ghent St Pieters	1 transfer
9528+19716	8:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal	1h51	10:32 AM Ghent St Pieters	1 transfer
9532+19718	9:41 AM Rotterdam Centraal	1h51	11:32 AM Ghent St Pieters	1 transfer
9340+19718	9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal	1h34	11:32 AM Ghent St Pieters	1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Rotterdam to Ghent?

The best time to book your train from Rotterdam to Ghent is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Rotterdam to Ghent route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Rotterdam to Ghent per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Rotterdam to Ghent.

Trains

from $70

Buses

from $13

Journey information

Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Ghent

Netherlands

Belgium

Trains from Rotterdam to Ghent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Distance

68 miles (110 km)

Average train duration

1h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$32 (€26)

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 35m

First train

00:07

Last train

23:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $10 (€8)

Train companies: NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and BSB from Rotterdam to Ghent trains

For as little as $32 (€26) you can travel by train between Rotterdam and Ghent with NS International | IC Brussel, PKP Intercity and BSB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your journey

Rotterdam to Ghent train information with SNCB:

Average Duration: 2 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $32
SNCB frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Rotterdam to Ghent

FAQs: Travel by train from Rotterdam to Ghent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotterdam to Ghent.

Cheap train tickets from Rotterdam to Ghent can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Rotterdam to Ghent is $47 (€38); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Rotterdam and Ghent is on average 1 h 35 min for the 68 mile (110 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Ghent from Rotterdam by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Rotterdam to Ghent leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Rotterdam to Ghent leaves at 11: 49 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Rotterdam to Ghent which require at least one change with SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Rotterdam to Ghent you can take a train with SNCB. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Rotterdam to Ghent on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 49 PM.

A day trip to Ghent from Rotterdam is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Rotterdam to Ghent by train is November.

You have options as you can travel between Rotterdam and Ghent 2 different ways: train or bus.