- Must visit
Centre Touristique de la Laine et de la Mode
The city’s key museum for Verviers’ wool and fashion story, with machinery, textiles and displays on local industrial history.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Verviers among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 159 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Verviers
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Trains from Ghent to Verviers run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 1h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 23:09 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: Intercity, SNCB from Ghent to Verviers trainsIntercity, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Verviers from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
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Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£14
Intercity frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
SNCB
About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£19
SNCB frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Verviers
Things to do in Verviers
Discover the best of Verviers — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Verviers trip today.
- Recommended
Musée des Beaux-Arts et de la Céramique
Museum in a historic house presenting local fine and decorative arts, giving a cultured view of Verviers beyond industry.
- Recommended
Aqualaine
Specialist centre and exhibition venue explaining local textile know-how through displays, interpretation and heritage collections.
- Recommended
Place du Martyr
Central square framed by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and seeing the historic core of Verviers.
- Recommended
Bords de Vesdre
Pleasant riverside route along the Vesdre, good for a walk while noticing how water shaped the city’s industrial growth.
Place du Marché
Main market square with everyday city life, heritage façades and easy access to shops and public buildings in the old centre.
- Vegetarian
Verviers couque au sucre
A soft, sweet bun filled with dark brown sugar, typical of the Liège area and long associated with local bakeries and family breakfasts.
- Vegetarian
Gaufre de Liège
A denser, caramelised waffle made with pearl sugar. It is a regional staple from nearby Liège and widely eaten in Verviers.
Carbonnade à la bière
Slow-cooked beef in dark Belgian beer, usually sweet-sour with mustard and bread. A classic Walloon brasserie dish found across Verviers.
Au Clair Obscur
Stylish restaurant known for refined French-Belgian cooking and a more formal atmosphere suitable for a long dinner.
L'Atelier
Established brasserie serving Belgian classics and grilled dishes in a relaxed central setting popular with locals.
L'Osteria
Casual Italian restaurant and pizzeria appreciated for reliable meals and a friendly atmosphere near the centre.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Brussels, while local trains and buses are reasonably priced for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is appreciated but not expected.
FAQs: Ghent to Verviers train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Verviers 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 Verviers, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Ghent to Verviers can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Ghent to Verviers covers a distance of 159 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Ghent to Verviers is 159 km.
The first train from Ghent to Verviers leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Ghent to Verviers departs at 23:09.
Trains from Ghent to Verviers run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ghent to Verviers.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ghent and Verviers. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Intercity, SNCB.
To get from Ghent to Verviers, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ghent to Verviers.
The train station in Ghent that goes to Verviers is Ghent St Pieters, and it arrives at Verviers-Central.
The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Verviers is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Ghent to Verviers in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ghent to Verviers offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the rolling hills and lush landscapes of the Belgian countryside. Passengers can enjoy picturesque vistas, particularly when the train travels through the Ardennes region.
A day trip from Ghent to Verviers is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 55m. However, there are 10 train trips per day for this route.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and surroundings of Verviers.
Yes, you can take the train from Ghent to Verviers.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Verviers
Most Ghent to Verviers trains use the Gent St Pieters to Verviers Central station pair, with some services arriving at Verviers-Palais. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Verviers train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Ghent
Arrival train stations in Verviers
Which Ghent station do trains to Verviers leave from?
Trains from Ghent to Verviers leave from Gent St Pieters. The station is 2 km from Ghent city centre at Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium.
Gent St PietersKoningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28
City-centre transport
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus60 · 8m · £3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 14m · £3 · every ~32 min
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.
Gent-DampoortKasteellaan 447, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 9 241 22 11
City-centre transport
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus10, 11, 12a, 12b · 9m · £3 · every ~20 min
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 Verviers station do trains from Ghent arrive at?
Trains from Ghent to Verviers most often arrive at Verviers Central. Some services arrive at Verviers-Palais, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Verviers arrival station.
Verviers CentralRue d'Ensival, 1, 4800 Verviers, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Verviers Central from Verviers city centre
TrainL, S41 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus288, 294, 295, 388, 390, 393, 395, 703, 707, 724, 725, 727 · 5m · £2 · every ~14 min
Verviers Central train station facilities and services
Verviers Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Midi, Le Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Verviers Central. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Verviers Central. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Verviers Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Verviers Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Verviers Central: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Verviers Van der Valk, Hotel Des Ardennes.
Verviers-Palais4800 Verviers, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Verviers-Palais from Verviers city centre
Bus703, 706 · 2m · £2 · every ~6 min
Verviers-Palais train station facilities and services
Verviers-Palais has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Verviers-Palais.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Verviers-Palais.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Verviers-Palais: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Verviers-Palais: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Verviers-Palais.
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