- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts Ghent (MSK)
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leuven to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leuven to Ghent will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 10 trains that leave Leuven for Ghent on Sat, Jun 20, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leuven to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leuven to Ghent:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leuven to Ghent costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
The journey is about 9m faster (1h 3m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly $0.37 (€0.30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $18 (€14)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, SNCB.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Leuven to Ghent trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3057+ 530 | 8:03 AM Heverlee | 1h33 | 9:36 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
429 | 8:04 AM Leuven station | 1h02 | 9:06 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
2830 | 8:07 AM Leuven station | 1h12 | 9:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3629 | 8:19 AM Leuven station | 1h28 | 9:47 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
5707 · 1530 | 8:36 AM Heverlee | 1h21 | 9:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
530 | 8:36 AM Leuven station | 1h00 | 9:36 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
4130 | 8:46 AM Leuven station | 1h17 | 10:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
1530 | 8:58 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 9:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3058+ 531 | 9:03 AM Heverlee | 1h32 | 10:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
430 | 9:06 AM Leuven station | 1h00 | 10:06 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
2831 | 9:07 AM Leuven station | 1h12 | 10:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3630 | 9:21 AM Leuven station | 1h26 | 10:47 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
531 | 9:36 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 10:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
5708 · 1531 | 9:36 AM Heverlee | 1h21 | 10:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
4131 | 9:46 AM Leuven station | 1h17 | 11:03 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
1531 | 9:58 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 10:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3059+ 532 | 10:03 AM Heverlee | 1h32 | 11:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
431 | 10:06 AM Leuven station | 1h00 | 11:06 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
2832 | 10:07 AM Leuven station | 1h12 | 11:19 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3631 | 10:21 AM Leuven station | 1h26 | 11:47 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
5709 · 1532 | 10:36 AM Heverlee | 1h21 | 11:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
532 | 10:36 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 11:35 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
4132 | 10:46 AM Leuven station | 1h17 | 12:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
1532 | 10:58 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 11:57 AM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3060+ 533 | 11:03 AM Heverlee | 1h32 | 12:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
432 | 11:06 AM Leuven station | 1h00 | 12:06 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
2833 | 11:07 AM Leuven station | 1h12 | 12:19 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
3632 | 11:21 AM Leuven station | 1h26 | 12:47 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
5710 · 1533 | 11:36 AM Heverlee | 1h21 | 12:57 PM Ghent St Pieters | 1 transfer | |
533 | 11:36 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 12:35 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
4133 | 11:46 AM Leuven station | 1h17 | 1:03 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
1533 | 11:58 AM Leuven station | 0h59 | 12:57 PM Ghent St Pieters | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Leuven to Ghent run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.
Major fine arts museum with Flemish masters, modern works, and one of Belgium’s oldest public art collections.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ghent, known for Belgian and international modern and experimental exhibitions.
Well-regarded design museum combining decorative arts, furniture, and contemporary design in a historic setting.
Ghent’s most famous quays, lined with guild houses and waterside views. Essential for walking, photos, and evening atmosphere.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes and old houses, loved for its intimate character and local feel.
Central square surrounded by major monuments, tram connections, and constant city-center activity.
Ghent’s signature creamy stew, traditionally made with fish and now often with chicken, vegetables, cream, and egg yolk. It is one of the city’s most iconic comfort dishes.
A classic Flemish beef stew slowly braised in dark Belgian beer, often served with fries. It is a beloved hearty dish across Flanders and very common in Ghent.
Cone-shaped Ghent candies, also called cuberdons, with a firm outer shell and a soft raspberry-flavored center. They are one of the city’s best-known sweet specialties.
Popular modern fine-dining restaurant offering creative seasonal tasting menus in a relaxed contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant known for refined Belgian cuisine and classic hospitality, suitable for trying regional dishes in a quieter setting.
Well-known brasserie on the historic Graslei, serving Belgian classics such as waterzooi and Flemish stew in a scenic canal-side setting.
Moderate by Belgian standards. Budget eats are affordable, while hotels and dinner in central areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters Station, Ghent -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leuven 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.

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