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Museum voor Schone Kunsten
Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for Flemish painting and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£11
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£11
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
44 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
45 m
Trains on 13 Oct
15
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Knokke-Heist to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Knokke-Heist to Ghent will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 15 trains from Knokke-Heist to Ghent, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
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2810Trains from Knokke-Heist to Ghent run on average 17 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 34m.
Distance 46 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 0:24 |
Last train 22:54 |
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The table below shows live departures for Knokke-Heist to Ghent trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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7065 · 508 | 8:10 Knokke | 1h10 | 9:20 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
7065 · 508 | 8:14 Duinbergen | 1h06 | 9:20 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
7065 · 508 | 8:18 Heist | 1h02 | 9:20 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
2808 | 8:46 Knokke | 0h52 | 9:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2808 | 8:50 Duinbergen | 0h48 | 9:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2808 | 8:54 Heist | 0h44 | 9:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2809 | 9:46 Knokke | 0h52 | 10:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2809 | 9:50 Duinbergen | 0h48 | 10:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2809 | 9:54 Heist | 0h44 | 10:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2810 | 10:46 Knokke | 0h52 | 11:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2810 | 10:50 Duinbergen | 0h48 | 11:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2810 | 10:54 Heist | 0h44 | 11:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2811 | 11:46 Knokke | 0h52 | 12:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2811 | 11:50 Duinbergen | 0h48 | 12:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2811 | 11:54 Heist | 0h44 | 12:38 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major fine arts museum with works from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. A strong choice for Flemish painting and changing exhibitions.
Bold contemporary art museum facing the citadel park. Visit for Belgian and international modern art, installations and temporary shows.
City museum in a former abbey site, explaining Ghent’s development through objects, stories and a memorable model of the city centre.
Historic quay lined with guild houses and waterside terraces. One of Ghent’s signature walks for architecture, photos and boat-trip departures.
Atmospheric counterpart to the Graslei on the opposite bank. Ideal for strolling, riverside views and seeing the medieval core from street level.
Large urban park with lawns, paths and museum access nearby. A pleasant break from the old centre and a good base for art-focused visits.
A creamy mashed potato dish mixed with vegetables such as carrots, leeks or spinach, often served as hearty Flemish comfort food in winter.
Ghent waterzooi is a rich, creamy stew traditionally made with chicken, vegetables and broth. It is a classic signature dish strongly linked to the city.
A traditional Ghent sweet made from raspberry jelly coated in sugar. It is one of the city’s most recognisable confectionery specialities.
Refined restaurant in a former Carmelite chapel, known for polished seasonal Belgian cooking and an elegant dining room.
Casual spot popular for quality Belgian chips with classic sauces and snacks, ideal for a quick local bite in the city centre.
Historic, lively brasserie serving classic Ghent and Belgian dishes with local beers in a traditional setting near the centre.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Flemish towns, but public transport and casual meals stay manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if you wish.
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Gent-Sint-Pieters -> Korenmarkt, Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Knokke-Heist to Ghent 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 Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Knokke-Heist to Ghent trains use the Knokke to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Knokke-Heist and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Knokke is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Knokke 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: Restaurant Cuines 33, Brasserie Rubens
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Knokke. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Knokke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Knokke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Knokke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Knokke: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel La Réserve, Hotel Lugano, Hotel Nelson.
Duinbergen is 1 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Duinbergen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Duinbergen.
Available at Duinbergen: Parking.
Available at Duinbergen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Heist is 2 km from Knokke-Heist city centre. Public transport options include:
Heist has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heist.
ATMs are available at Heist.
Available at Heist: Parking, WC.
Available at Heist: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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