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19:4111h45Ghent7:26Erlangen£1161One-way3 changes- 5:416h36Ghent12:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 7:436h34Ghent14:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 9:416h36Ghent16:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 11:416h36Ghent18:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 7:436h34Ghent14:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 5:416h36Ghent12:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 9:416h36Ghent16:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 11:416h36Ghent18:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
- 13:416h36Ghent20:17Erlangen£1271One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ghent to Erlangen
The cheapest option from Ghent to Erlangen is coach, with an average price of £47. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Erlangen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 541 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£152 Average Price | £204 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest option |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest option 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 39m Average total duration 14h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Erlangen train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Erlangen trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 11:41 Ghent | 6h36 | 18:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 13:41 Ghent | 6h36 | 20:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 15:41 Ghent | 6h36 | 22:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 17:41 Ghent | 7h37 | 1:18 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 19:41 Ghent | 11h45 | 7:26 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 5:41 Ghent | 6h36 | 12:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 7:43 Ghent | 6h34 | 14:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
| 9:41 Ghent | 6h36 | 16:17 Erlangen | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Erlangen
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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Ghent to Erlangen, including direct trains, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 541 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 541 km |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Lowest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ghent to Erlangen trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Erlangen from £31. 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.
SNCB
FAQs: Ghent to Erlangen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Erlangen 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 Erlangen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Erlangen
Most Ghent to Erlangen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Erlangen station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Erlangen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Erlangen 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.
Which Erlangen station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Getting to Erlangen from Erlangen city centre
Erlangen train station facilities and services
Erlangen 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: Basilikum, Ilias, Ristorante Carpaccio, Goldene Sonne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen. ATMs are available at Erlangen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen. Information desks are available at Erlangen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erlangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erlangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Hotel, A. B. Hotel, Zeitwohnhaus, Hotel Villa Soy.
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