- Must visit
Neues Museum
A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£55
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£143
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
7 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
8 h 16 m
Trains on 30 Aug
14
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Berlin will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Ghent to Berlin you need to make at least one change.
IC 2818 · ICE 319 · ICE 1541
IC 2818 · ICE 319 · ICE 1541 · 3704
IC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 857
ICE 1111 · ICE 655
ICE 1111 · ICE 957
ICE 1111 · ICE 655
IC 2814 · ICE 317 · ICE 957
IC 2812 · ICE 17 · ICE 955
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 951
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 953Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £192.
Distance: 686 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£107 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £192 Average Price |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Berlin trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 504 · ICE 11 · ICE 857 | On time 5:24 Ghent St Pieters | 8h48 | 14:12 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2806 · ICE 13 · ICE 859 | On time 7:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h31 | 16:12 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 951 | On time 9:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h31 | 18:12 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 951 | On time 9:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h27 | 18:08 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 953 | On time 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h32 | 20:13 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 953 | On time 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h29 | 20:10 Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Ghent to Berlin run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 686 km distance in 7h 14m.
Distance 686 km |
Average train duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 14m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:52 |
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A major museum of ancient civilisations, known for monumental architecture and celebrated collections from Egypt and the Near East.
A leading collection of 20th-century art, showing key works of modernism in Mies van der Rohe’s striking glass building.
A world-class art museum with European paintings, sculptures and decorative arts from the 13th to 18th centuries.
A historic boulevard linking major sights, lined with institutions, statues and elegant buildings that reflect central Berlin’s past.
A large central park with lakes, paths and lawns, perfect for walking, cycling and breaks between nearby landmarks and museums.
A spacious former airport turned public park, popular for cycling, sunset walks and an unusually open view of Berlin’s skyline.
Curried pork sausage sliced and served with ketchup and curry powder. A post-war Berlin classic, especially popular from street food stands.
Slow-cooked pork knuckle with crisp skin, usually served with peas, sauerkraut or purée. A hearty Berlin pub staple.
Berlin-style meatball of minced pork or mixed meat, commonly eaten hot or cold. A traditional everyday snack and tavern dish.
Elegant restaurant in Charlottenburg focused on refined Austrian and German cooking in a classic dining room.
Historic department store food hall with Berlin specialities, pastries and delicatessen counters in a lively grand setting.
Long-running Berlin institution known for currywurst and classic fast food near Zoologischer Garten. Casual and iconic.
Moderate for Western Europe: hostels and hotels vary widely, dining is fair-value, and public transport is good value for a capital city.
Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. In cafés, round up small bills. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10%.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Berlin trains use the Gent St Pieters to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Spandau. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf 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 options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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