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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Amsterdam
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Amsterdam will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Ghent to Amsterdam you need to make at least 2 changes.
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954311:272h29Ghent St Pieters13:56Amsterdam Zuid£461One-way1 change- 19715+955113:272h29Ghent St Pieters15:56Amsterdam Zuid£461One-way1 change
- 19713+954712:272h29Ghent St Pieters14:56Amsterdam Zuid£461One-way1 change
- 727+95236:272h29Ghent St Pieters8:56Amsterdam Zuid£461One-way1 change
- 19707+953910:272h29Ghent St Pieters12:56Amsterdam Zuid£531One-way1 change
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185713:272h18Ghent St Pieters15:45Amsterdam Zuid£841One-way2 changes - 728+9303+18337:272h18Ghent St Pieters9:45Amsterdam Zuid£841One-way2 changes
- 19715+9339+185713:272h18Ghent St Pieters15:45Amsterdam Zuid£841One-way2 changes
- 19701+1837+93098:272h18Ghent St Pieters10:45Amsterdam Zuid£841One-way2 changes
- 19707+9321+184510:272h18Ghent St Pieters12:45Amsterdam Zuid£841One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ghent to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £179.
Distance: 168 km
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£55 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £459 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ghent to Amsterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Amsterdam trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:27 Ghent | 2h27 | 12:54 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Ghent | 2h54 | 13:54 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:27 Ghent | 2h27 | 13:54 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:27 Ghent | 2h27 | 14:54 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:27 Ghent | 2h29 | 21:56 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:27 Ghent | 2h29 | 22:56 Amsterdam | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 727+9523 | 6:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 8:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
| 728+9303 | 7:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h23 | 9:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 728+9527 | 7:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 9:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
| 728+9303+1833 | 7:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 9:45 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
| 19701+9531 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 10:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
| 19701+9309+1837 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 10:45 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
| 19701+9309 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h23 | 10:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 730+9315 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h23 | 11:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 730+9535 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 11:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
| 730+9315+1841 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 11:45 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
| 19707+9539 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 12:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
| 19707+9321 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h23 | 12:50 Amsterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| 19707+1845+9321 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 12:45 Amsterdam Zuid | 2 changes | |
| 19709+9543 | 11:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h29 | 13:56 Amsterdam Zuid | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Amsterdam
Belgium
Netherlands
Trains from Ghent to Amsterdam run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Eurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Deutsche Bahn, Regional, SNCB from Ghent to Amsterdam trainsEurocity Direct, Intercity, Eurostar, EuroCity, NS International | IC Brussel, Deutsche Bahn, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Amsterdam from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
Eurostar
EuroCity
NS International | IC Brussel
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.
Regional
Eurocity Direct
SNCB
Trains from Ghent to Amsterdam
Travellers can get from the historic city of Ghent to the bustling city of Amsterdam in as little as two hours and fifteen minutes by train. Hourly trains give passengers the freedom to depart and arrive at any time to suit their schedule, and only one transfer is required.
Which train companies travel from Ghent to Amsterdam?
On the Ghent to Amsterdam route, most trains are operated by Thalys. On weekdays, Thalys trains are the fastest, with an average journey time of less than two and a half hours. There are also some trains operated by InterCity and Eurostar. InterCity and Eurostar trains take slightly longer than Thalys on weekdays, but weekend journeys have similar durations across all companies.
How long is the train from Ghent to Amsterdam?
All trains travelling from Ghent to Amsterdam have one change, either at Brussels or Antwerp. The total journey time ranges from around two hours to three and a half hours depending on the timetable of the connecting train. Late night trains, however, can have longer transfer times of up to six hours between trains. In general, daytime and evening trains, which change at Antwerp, are the fastest.
How many trains are there from Ghent to Amsterdam?
On an average weekday, trains from Ghent to Amsterdam run hourly between around 5:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. On weekends, the first train departs later, with around one to two trains leaving every hour. There are usually anywhere from 15 to 25 trains every day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Ghent to Amsterdam?
Departure train station:Trains to Amsterdam depart from Ghent St Pieters. Getting there takes around 20 minutes on foot, but passengers can also use Tram 1 for a quicker journey. This station has automatic luggage lockers and places to grab light refreshments.
Arrival train station:Passengers travelling from Ghent will arrive at Amsterdam Centraal, the largest station in Holland. From there, passengers can walk to the heart of the city in a few minutes or use nearby trams, buses, and metro services to get around. Amsterdam Centraal is also packed with a range of facilities, including shops, restaurants, cafes, ATMs, and luggage storage.
FAQs: Ghent to Amsterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Amsterdam
Most Ghent to Amsterdam trains use the Gent St Pieters to Amsterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Amsterdam Zuid. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Amsterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Amsterdam leave from?
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Getting to Gentbrugge from Ghent city centre
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge train station facilities and services
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
Which Amsterdam station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Zuid 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Getting to Amsterdam Sloterdijk from Amsterdam city centre
Amsterdam Sloterdijk is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Sloterdijk train station facilities and services
Amsterdam Sloterdijk 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Helden, Grand Café Hermes
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Sloterdijk: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Sloterdijk, Mercure Hotel Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station, MEININGER Hotel Amsterdam City West.
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