The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterloo to Ghent
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterloo to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waterloo to Ghent will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Waterloo for Ghent on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.


Live departures
Waterloo to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterloo to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:41 AM Waterloo | 1h16 | 9:57 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterloo to Ghent
Trains from Waterloo to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: Regional from Waterloo to Ghent trainsRegional trains will get you between Waterloo and Ghent from $19 (€15). 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 Waterloo to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterloo 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 Waterloo to Ghent
- 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
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