1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£100
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£138
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Ghent will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
To travel from Bremen to Ghent you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 2311 · ICE 12 · IC 2841
ICE 1033 · ICE 14 · IC 8002
ICE 1037 · ICE 10 · IC 2843
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 538
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 · IC 8006
ICE 1033 · ICE 14 · IC 8002
ICE 1037 · ICE 10 · IC 2843
ICE 2311 · ICE 12 · IC 2841
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 · IC 8006
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 538Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bremen to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, while a flight costs an average of £424.
Distance: 414 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £424 Average Price | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Bremen to Ghent:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bremen to Ghent costing on average £116.
A coach is £368 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bremen to Ghent costing on average £424.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 57m.
Coach takes on average 9h 2m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (5h 57m by train vs 6h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £116 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Ghent trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 Bremen | 6h00 | 17:11 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:11 Bremen | 6h08 | 18:19 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 538 | On time 10:44 Bremen Hbf | 6h51 | 17:35 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
ICE 519 · ICE 310 · IC 3637 · IC 8006 | On time 10:44 Bremen Hbf | 6h43 | 17:27 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 1033 · ICE 14 · IC 8002 | On time 12:11 Bremen Hbf | 6h00 | 18:11 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bremen to Ghent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 414 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 414 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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 works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for Flemish painting and changing exhibitions.
Bold contemporary art museum facing the citadel park. Visit for Belgian and international modern art, installations and temporary shows.
City museum in a former abbey site, explaining Ghent’s development through objects, stories and a memorable model of the city centre.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and waterside terraces. One of Ghent’s signature walks for architecture, photos and boat-trip departures.
Atmospheric counterpart to the Graslei on the opposite bank. Ideal for strolling, riverside views and seeing the medieval core from street level.
Large urban park with lawns, paths and museum access nearby. A pleasant break from the old centre and a good base for art-focused visits.
A creamy mashed potato dish mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks or spinach, often served as hearty Flemish comfort food in winter.
Ghent waterzooi is a rich, creamy stew traditionally made with chicken, vegetables and broth. It is a classic signature dish strongly linked to the city.
A traditional Ghent sweet made from raspberry jelly coated in sugar. It is one of the city’s most recognisable confectionery specialities.
Refined restaurant in a former Carmelite chapel, known for polished seasonal Belgian cooking and an elegant dining room.
Casual spot popular for quality Belgian chips with classic sauces and snacks, ideal for a quick local bite in the city centre.
Historic, lively brasserie serving classic Ghent and Belgian dishes with local beers in a traditional setting near the centre.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Flemish towns, but public transport and casual meals stay manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if you wish.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen 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 Bremen to Ghent trains use the Bremen Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
Bremen-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
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.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
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