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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug

Cheapest price on 29 Aug

£50

Average ticket price on 29 Aug

£95

Fastest journey on 29 Aug

3 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 29 Aug

3 h 31 m

Trains on 29 Aug

Distance

366 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.

Fast trains

To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent you need to make at least one change.

IC 2541 · ICE 316 · IC 2833
6:435h36
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
12:19Ghent St Pieters
£501One-way
2 changes
S9 · IC 2541 · ICE 316 · IC 2833
6:156h04
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
12:19Ghent St Pieters
£581One-way
3 changes
ICE 18 · IC 2831
6:483h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10:19Ghent St Pieters
£641One-way
1 change
ICE 18 · IC 2831
6:343h45
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
10:19Ghent St Pieters
£681One-way
1 change
ICE 10 · IC 2843
18:483h31
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
22:19Ghent St Pieters
£721One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Ghent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £220.

Distance: 366 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£86 Average Price	£30 Average Price Cheapest	£220 Average Price
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions	1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Ghent train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Ghent trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 14 · IC 8009	On time 14:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h41	18:15 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
4497 · ICE 2012 · 28526 · ICE 12	14:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h41	20:19 Ghent St Pieters	4 changes
ICE 14 · IC 8009	On time 14:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h27	18:15 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 12 · IC 2841	On time 16:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h45	20:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
29542 · IC 2041 · ICE 10 · IC 2843	16:37 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5h42	22:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
4487 · IC 2041 · ICE 10 · IC 2843	16:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h41	22:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
ICE 12 · IC 2841	On time 16:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	20:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 10 · IC 2843	On time 18:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h46	22:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
29544 · IC 2349 · ICE 318 · IC 2845	18:37 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	5h42	0:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
4499 · IC 2349 · ICE 318 · IC 2845	18:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h41	0:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
ICE 10 · IC 2843	On time 18:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	22:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 318 · IC 2845	On time 20:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h05	0:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 318 · IC 2845	On time 20:29 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h50	0:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
Saturday 29 August
S9 · IC 2541 · ICE 316 · IC 2833	6:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h04	12:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
ICE 18 · IC 2831	On time 6:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h45	10:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
IC 2541 · ICE 316 · IC 2833	On time 6:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h36	12:19 Ghent St Pieters	2 changes
ICE 18 · IC 2831	On time 6:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	10:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 316 · IC 2833	On time 8:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h46	12:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
4491 · IC 2549 · ICE 16 · IC 2835	8:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h41	14:19 Ghent St Pieters	3 changes
ICE 128 · ICE 1110 · IC 1533	On time 8:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h18	12:56 Ghent St Pieters	2 changes
ICE 128 · ICE 1110	On time 8:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h22	13:00 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 316 · IC 2833	On time 8:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	12:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
ICE 128 · ICE 1110 · IC 1533	On time 8:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h04	12:56 Ghent St Pieters	2 changes
ICE 128 · ICE 1110	On time 8:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h08	13:00 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
S9 · 4493 · IC 2547 · ICE 314	10:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h04	16:19 Ghent St Pieters	4 changes
ICE 16 · IC 2835	On time 10:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	14:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
S9 · 4495 · IC 2545 · ICE 14	12:15 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen	6h04	18:19 Ghent St Pieters	4 changes
ICE 314 · IC 2837	On time 12:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	3h31	16:19 Ghent St Pieters	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent

Germany

Belgium

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 3h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £20

Distance

366 km

Average train duration

3h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

£44

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 31m

First train

0:03

Last train

23:57

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

21 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £20

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Ghent from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 31m

Cheapest Price

£44

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 37m

Cheapest Price

£62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

7 a day

Complete guide to Ghent

Things to do in Ghent

Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.

Must visit

Museum voor Schone Kunsten

Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for Flemish painting and changing exhibitions.

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Recommended

S.M.A.K.

Bold contemporary art museum facing the citadel park. Visit for Belgian and international modern art, installations and temporary shows.

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Recommended

STAM

City museum in a former abbey site, explaining Ghent’s development through objects, stories and a memorable model of the city centre.

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Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Ghent train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £86.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent covers a distance of 366 km and takes approximately 3h 31m. Trains run 9 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent is 366 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent leaves at 0:03.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent departs at 23:57.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent run approximately 9 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent.

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent.

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Ghent is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, and it arrives at Ghent St Pieters.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent is by coach, costing approximately £20.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent offers diverse scenery, including the picturesque Rhine Valley with its rolling vineyards and historic castles. As the train moves towards Belgium, travellers can enjoy views of charming countryside and quaint villages, making it a visually appealing route.

A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent is not feasible as the travel time is 3h 31m and exceeds the 120-minute threshold. Trains run 10 times per day, covering a distance of 366 km.

In Ghent, visitors can explore the charming Patershol neighbourhood, known for its narrow streets and diverse dining options. The city is also renowned for its vibrant street art scene, with murals and installations scattered throughout. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Design Museum Ghent and the Museum of Fine Arts, which showcase contemporary and historical pieces. For a glimpse into Ghent's history, visit the medieval Gravensteen castle and Saint Bavo's Cathedral with its famous Ghent Altarpiece. Enjoy panoramic views from the Belfry of Ghent or take a boat tour along the canals for a unique perspective. Additionally, a bike ride along the city's extensive cycling paths offers a leisurely way to explore. Don't miss Graslei and Korenlei, picturesque streets along the river lined with historic guild houses.

You typically need about two to three days in Ghent to explore its historic sites, such as Gravensteen Castle and St. Bavo's Cathedral, enjoy its vibrant arts scene, and experience local cuisine and culture.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Ghent

Most Frankfurt am Main to Ghent trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Ghent

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Ghent leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) 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 and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2

Trn · 12m · £3

S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · £5

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.