The cheapest and fastest trains from Welkenraedt to Ghent
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Welkenraedt to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welkenraedt to Ghent will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 3 trains that leave Welkenraedt for Ghent on Mon, Dec 22, 3 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 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Welkenraedt to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welkenraedt to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€36 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Welkenraedt to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Welkenraedt to Ghent trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
536 | 12:25 PM Welkenraedt station | 2h06 | 2:31 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
5034+ 314+ 2837 | 12:54 PM Welkenraedt station | 2h25 | 3:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 6:49 AM Welkenraedt | 2h17 | 9:06 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:48 AM Welkenraedt | 2h18 | 10:06 AM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welkenraedt to Ghent
Trains from Welkenraedt to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 23:48 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity, SNCB from Welkenraedt to Ghent trainsPKP Intercity, SNCB trains will get you between Welkenraedt and Ghent from $7 (€6). 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 Welkenraedt to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welkenraedt 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 Welkenraedt to Ghent
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- A l'Ombre du Clocher
- L' Etoile D'asie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Verviers
- Hotel Le Midi
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: TEC lines 710, 722, 723 available
- 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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