1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 29 m
Trains on 05 Sept
34
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Rotterdam will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Ghent to Rotterdam you need to make at least one change.
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9309Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 110 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Rotterdam:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to Rotterdam costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 59m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 55m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Rotterdam 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 |
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726+ 9301 | 5:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 7:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
726+ 9301 | 5:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 7:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
728+ 9303 | 7:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 9:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
728+ 9303 | 7:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 9:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19701+ 9309 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 10:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19701+ 9531 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 10:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
730+ 9535 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 11:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
730+ 9315 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 11:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19707+ 9539 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 12:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19707+ 9321 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 12:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19709+ 9543 | 11:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h50 | 13:17 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1811+ 9329 | 11:53 Ghent St Pieters | 1h39 | 13:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1811+ 9329 | 12:02 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h30 | 13:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1812+ 9937 | 12:52 Ghent St Pieters | 1h40 | 14:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
1812+ 9937 | 13:02 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h30 | 14:32 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
737+ 9357 | 16:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
737+ 9457 | 16:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
737+ 9457 | 16:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
737+ 9357 | 16:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 18:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
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Trains from Ghent to Rotterdam run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:46, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 1:46 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Major museum with Dutch and European art from the Middle Ages to today. Visit for paintings, design and changing exhibitions in a landmark building.
Contemporary art museum in the Museumpark, known for bold installations, photography and fashion exhibitions in a striking silver building.
Museum on Dutch and international photography in former warehouse buildings on Wilhelminapier. Expect strong documentary and art photography shows.
Lively market hall with dramatic ceiling artwork and striking horseshoe design. Worth visiting for the architecture and central location alone.
Waterside district with converted warehouses, historic ships and broad views. Pleasant for walking and seeing Rotterdam’s maritime character.
Historic harbour area transformed into a cultural quarter with quayside walks, architecture and river views. Good for a relaxed local-style stroll.
Raw herring served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street snack, widely eaten in Rotterdam and across the country, especially from fish stalls.
Small fried cod pieces, usually served with garlic or tartare sauce. A beloved Dutch fish snack commonly found at markets and harbours.
Crisp potato chips topped with mayonnaise, peanut sauce and chopped onion. This Dutch fast-food favourite is a familiar late-night choice in Rotterdam.
Refined dining with seasonal menus and polished service in an elegant riverside setting at Hotel New York.
Bustling Market Hall food venue known for excellent seafood, oysters and shellfish in a lively modern setting.
Popular food hall with varied local and international stalls, ideal for trying Dutch snacks in a casual central atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but public transport is efficient and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ghent to Rotterdam trains use the Gent St Pieters to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Rotterdam 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.
Rotterdam Centraal 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: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Rotterdam Blaak 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 Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
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