1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 50 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Nijmegen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Nijmegen will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 trains from Ghent to Nijmegen, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Nijmegen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 172 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Nijmegen:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Nijmegen costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Nijmegen take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 50m.
Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Nijmegen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:27 Ghent | 3h26 | 21:53 Nijmegen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 9:03 Ghent | 3h40 | 12:43 Nijmegen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:27 Ghent | 4h35 | 14:02 Nijmegen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:27 Ghent | 3h16 | 13:43 Nijmegen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ghent to Nijmegen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:43 |
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Discover the best of Nijmegen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nijmegen trip today.
Museum in Valkhof Park presenting Roman finds, archaeology, and old masters. A strong introduction to Nijmegen’s long urban history.
Specialist museum on electronic music instruments, synthesizers, and sound culture. An unusual local favourite for music and design fans.
Contemporary art space known for changing exhibitions, talks, and experimental work. Good for visitors seeking current local and international art.
Large riverside park around castle remains and terraces above the Waal. Ideal for walks, picnics, and combining history with city views.
Popular riverside promenade on the north bank opposite the old city. Visit for broad Waal views, modern architecture, and an easy stroll.
Historic central square lined with civic buildings and terraces. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre and nearby sights.
A thin Dutch pancake served sweet or savoury. It is a long-standing favourite in Gelderland and widely eaten in Nijmegen pancake houses.
Small fluffy pancakes traditionally served with butter and icing sugar. A classic Dutch treat found at markets and cafés across Nijmegen.
Deep-fried beef ragout croquettes with a crisp crumb coating. A traditional Dutch snack commonly eaten in cafés and bars in Nijmegen.
Stylish restaurant focused on seasonal French and Dutch cooking with an intimate setting suitable for a refined dinner.
Casual local favourite for fries and Dutch snacks, ideal for trying a kroket or other classic fast-food specialities.
Historic brewery pub known for locally brewed beer, classic Dutch dishes and a lively riverside atmosphere in the centre.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local buses, trains and casual meals are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is fine.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Nijmegen trains use the Gent St Pieters to Nijmegen station pair, with some services arriving at Nijmegen Dukenburg. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Nijmegen 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.
Drongen is 4 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Drongen has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Drongen.
ATMs are available at Drongen.
Available at Drongen: WC.
Available at Drongen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Drongen.
Nijmegen 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 options include: Restaurant Wally, De Hemel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Nijmegen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nijmegen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nijmegen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nijmegen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Credible, Hotel Oranjestaete, Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre.
Nijmegen Dukenburg is 4 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Dukenburg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Dukenburg.
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Dukenburg.
Available at Nijmegen Dukenburg: Parking, WC.
Available at Nijmegen Dukenburg: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Dukenburg.
Nijmegen Heyendaal is 2 km from Nijmegen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nijmegen Heyendaal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
ATMs are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Parking.
Available at Nijmegen Heyendaal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen Heyendaal.
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