4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Berlin
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
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 £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Ghent to Berlin you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 2804 · ICE 11 · ICE 8575:418h31Ghent St Pieters14:12Berlin Hbf£821One-way2 changes- IC 2806 · ICE 13 · ICE 8597:438h29Ghent St Pieters16:12Berlin Hbf£1091One-way2 changes
- IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 95311:419h00Ghent St Pieters20:41Berlin Hbf£1181One-way2 changes
- IC 727 · EC 9215 · IC 1127 · IC 35256:278h43Ghent St Pieters15:10Berlin Hbf£1851One-way6 changes
- IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 15499:418h50Ghent St Pieters18:31Berlin Spandau£4101One-way2 changes
- IC 2806 · ICE 13 · ICE 8597:438h29Ghent St Pieters16:12Berlin Hbf£1091One-way2 changes
- IC 2804 · ICE 11 · ICE 8575:418h31Ghent St Pieters14:12Berlin Hbf£821One-way2 changes
- IC 727 · EC 9215 · IC 1127 · IC 35256:278h43Ghent St Pieters15:10Berlin Hbf£1851One-way6 changes
- IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 15499:418h50Ghent St Pieters18:31Berlin Spandau£4101One-way2 changes
- IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 95311:419h00Ghent St Pieters20:41Berlin Hbf£1181One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ghent to Berlin
Omio 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 prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 686 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£124 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £236 Average Price |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 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.
Live departures
Ghent to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Berlin trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2806 · ICE 13 · ICE 1053 | On time 7:43 Ghent St Pieters | 8h48 | 16:31 Berlin Spandau | 2 changes | |
| IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1549 | On time 9:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h50 | 18:31 Berlin Spandau | 2 changes | |
| IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 653 | Delayed 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 9h29 | 19:15 19:15Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 2810 · ICE 315 · ICE 1055 | On time 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h50 | 20:31 Berlin Spandau | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| IC 2804 · ICE 11 · ICE 857 | Delayed 5:41 Ghent St Pieters | 8h31 | 12:41 12:41Berlin Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 727 · EC 9215 · IC 1127 · IC 3525 | Delayed 6:27 Ghent St Pieters | 8h43 | 13:34 13:34Berlin Hbf | 6 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Berlin
Belgium
Germany
Trains from Ghent to Berlin run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 686 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 686 km |
Average train duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 35m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Alibus, SNCB from Ghent to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Alibus, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Berlin from £27. 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.
FlixTrain
Alibus
SNCB
FAQs: Ghent to Berlin train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Berlin
Most Ghent to Berlin trains use the Gent St Pieters to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Gesundbrunnen. 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.
Which Ghent station do trains to Berlin 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 Merelbeke from Ghent city centre
Merelbeke is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Merelbeke train station facilities and services
Merelbeke has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Merelbeke.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merelbeke: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Merelbeke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merelbeke.
Which Berlin station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
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