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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to London
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to London will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Ghent to London you need to make at least one change.
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915316:413h19Ghent St Pieters19:00London St Pancras International (STP)£1091One-way1 change- 2813+914514:413h16Ghent St Pieters16:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2816+915717:413h16Ghent St Pieters19:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2812+914113:413h16Ghent St Pieters15:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2814+914715:413h24Ghent St Pieters18:05London St Pancras International (STP)£1291One-way1 change
- 2813+914514:413h16Ghent St Pieters16:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2810+913311:413h16Ghent St Pieters13:57London St Pancras International (STP)£4131One-way1 change
- 2816+915717:413h16Ghent St Pieters19:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2812+914113:413h16Ghent St Pieters15:57London St Pancras International (STP)£1191One-way1 change
- 2815+915316:413h19Ghent St Pieters19:00London St Pancras International (STP)£1091One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Ghent to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 ferry costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 272 km
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£218 Average Price | £61 Average Price | £154 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Ghent to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to London 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 |
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| 2805+9113 | 6:41 Ghent St Pieters | 3h16 | 8:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
| 7007+9115 | 7:38 Ghent St Pieters | 3h19 | 9:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
| 2810+9133 | 11:41 Ghent St Pieters | 3h16 | 13:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
| 2812+9141 | 13:41 Ghent St Pieters | 3h16 | 15:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
| 2813+9145 | 14:41 Ghent St Pieters | 3h16 | 16:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
| 2814+9147 | 15:41 Ghent St Pieters | 3h16 | 17:57 London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to London
Belgium
United Kingdom
Trains from Ghent to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £19 by ferry.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Eurostar, SNCB from Ghent to London trainsEurostar, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and London from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Eurostar Trains from Ghent to London
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FAQs: Ghent to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and London
Most Ghent to London trains use the Gent St Pieters to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to London 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.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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