The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
14
Distance
366 km
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 £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent you need to make at least one change.
S9 · ICE 626 · 10626 · 1033915:457h46Frankfurt am Main Flughafen23:31Ghent St Pieters£791One-way5 changes
ICE 16 · IC 28359:344h45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:19Ghent St Pieters£801One-way1 change
S9 · ICE 16 · IC 28359:025h17Frankfurt (Main) Hbf14:19Ghent St Pieters£881One-way2 changes
ICE 314 · IC 283711:344h45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:19Ghent St Pieters£901One-way1 change
29515 · ICE 720 · 10483 · ICE 1213:366h43Frankfurt am Main Flughafen20:19Ghent St Pieters£911One-way4 changes
ICE 314 · IC 283711:344h45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station16:19Ghent St Pieters£901One-way1 change
ICE 16 · IC 28359:344h45Frankfurt Airport long-distance station14:19Ghent St Pieters£801One-way1 change
ICE 610 · ICE 14 · IC 283913:155h04Frankfurt Airport long-distance station18:19Ghent St Pieters£1031One-way2 changes
ICE 518 · ICE 12 · IC 284115:115h08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station20:19Ghent St Pieters£1211One-way2 changes
S9 · ICE 314 · IC 283711:025h17Frankfurt (Main) Hbf16:19Ghent St Pieters£1001One-way2 changes
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 prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £113.
Distance: 366 km
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Ghent train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Ghent trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 618 · ICE 18 · IC 2831 | 5:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 10:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
ICE 18 · IC 2831 | On time 5:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 10:19 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
ICE 826 · 89713 · ICE 316 · IC 2833 | On time 5:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h38 | 12:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
S9 · ICE 316 · IC 2833 | 7:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 12:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
ICE 316 · IC 2833 | On time 7:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 12:19 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
S9 · ICE 822 · 10471 · ICE 16 | 7:46 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h33 | 14:19 Ghent St Pieters | 4 changes | |
S9 · ICE 16 · IC 2835 | 9:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 14:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 1020 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | 9:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h49 | 16:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 16 · IC 2835 | On time 9:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 14:19 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
4475 · ICE 1020 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | 9:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h41 | 16:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
S9 · ICE 314 · IC 2837 | 11:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h17 | 16:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 926 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | 11:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h49 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 314 · IC 2837 | On time 11:33 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h46 | 16:19 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
ICE 314 · IC 2837 | On time 11:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 4h45 | 16:19 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
29511 · ICE 724 · 10479 · ICE 14 | 11:36 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h43 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 4 changes | |
4477 · ICE 926 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | 11:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h41 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 724 · 10479 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | Delayed 10:08 12:07Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h12 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 1518 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | On time 12:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h08 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 610 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | 12:47 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h32 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 610 · ICE 14 · IC 2839 | 13:15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h04 | 18:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
4258 · ICE 1228 · ICE 12 · IC 2841 | 13:24 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 6h55 | 20:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 722 · 26822 · ICE 12 · IC 2841 | On time 13:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h44 | 20:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 720 · 26426 · S41 · IC 543 | On time 14:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 8h23 | 22:31 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 1516 · ICE 12 · IC 2841 | On time 14:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h08 | 20:19 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S9 · ICE 518 · ICE 12 · IC 2841 | 14:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h47 | 20:19 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
S8 · ICE 10 · IC 1544 | 18:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h39 | 23:56 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S9 · ICE 514 · ICE 318 · IC 545 | 18:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 6h26 | 0:58 Ghent St Pieters | 3 changes | |
ICE 10 · IC 1544 | On time 18:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h08 | 23:56 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
ICE 620 · 26436 · 18978 · Bus 18978 | On time 19:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h23 | 6:31 Ghent St Pieters | 4 changes | |
ICE 514 · ICE 318 · IC 545 | On time 19:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 5h48 | 0:58 Ghent St Pieters | 2 changes | |
S8 · ICE 912 · 26434 · 18978 | 19:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 11h14 | 6:31 Ghent St Pieters | 5 changes | |
S9 · ICE 102 · 17433 · 26436 | 19:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 10h59 | 6:31 Ghent St Pieters | 6 changes | |
ICE 120 · 26434 · 18978 · Bus 18978 | On time 19:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h43 | 6:31 Ghent St Pieters | 4 changes | |
ICE 102 · 17433 · 26436 · 18978 | On time 20:04 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h27 | 6:31 Ghent St Pieters | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Ghent run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £18 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.
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Ghent
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines 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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