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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
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 €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Welkenraedt to Ghent, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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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R 5030 · ICE 316 · IC 2833
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R 5030 · ICE 316 · IC 2833Omio 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 an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Welkenraedt to Ghent:
A bus is €0.37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Welkenraedt to Ghent costing on average €25.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €5. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Welkenraedt to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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531 | 8:25 AM Welkenraedt station | 2h06 | 10:31 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
532 | 9:25 AM Welkenraedt station | 2h06 | 11:31 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 5030 · ICE 316 · IC 2833 | 9:54 AM Welkenraedt station | 2h25 | 12:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2 transfers | |
533 | 10:25 AM Welkenraedt station | 2h06 | 12:31 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
534 | 11:25 AM Welkenraedt station | 2h06 | 1:31 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Welkenraedt to Ghent run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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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
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.

Most Welkenraedt to Ghent trains use the Welkenraedt to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Merelbeke. Use this guide to compare Welkenraedt and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Welkenraedt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: A l'Ombre du Clocher, L' Etoile D'asie
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Welkenraedt. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Welkenraedt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Welkenraedt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Welkenraedt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Welkenraedt: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Verviers, Hotel Le Midi.
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.
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
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