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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Ghent
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
556 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Ghent will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Lucerne for Ghent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 556 km distance in an average of 8 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 17 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.
07:548h17
Lucerne16:11Ghent
£801One-way
0 changes
07:548h17
Lucerne16:11Ghent
£801One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lucerne to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 556 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lucerne to Ghent train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:54 Lucerne | 8h17 | 16:11 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Ghent
Switzerland
Belgium
Trains from Lucerne to Ghent run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
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
Flight from £23
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 17m |
First train 05:24 |
Last train 23:48 |
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
Flight from £23
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Ghent trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Ghent from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 17m
Cheapest Price
£73
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 3m
Cheapest Price
£178
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) frequency
5 a day
Südostbahn
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 2m
Südostbahn frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Lucerne to Ghent train
FAQs: Travel by train from Lucerne to Ghent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucerne to Ghent.
The train distance from Lucerne to Ghent is 556 km.
The first train from Lucerne to Ghent leaves at 5:24.
Booking trains from Lucerne to Ghent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Lucerne to Ghent, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from Lucerne to Ghent departs at 23:48.
Trains from Lucerne to Ghent run approximately 1 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Lucerne to Ghent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £123.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lucerne to Ghent.
The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Ghent is by flight, costing approximately £23.
There is no night train service from Lucerne to Ghent.
The train from Lucerne to Ghent takes 8h 17m and runs once a day.
The train station in Lucerne that goes to Ghent is Lucerne station, and it arrives at Ghent St Pieters.
Yes, you can take the train from Lucerne to Ghent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Ghent
Lucerne
Ghent
The major train station for departures in Lucerne is Luzern Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luzern Bhf for your trip from Lucerne to Ghent.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
14Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 420 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
Public transport options for Luzern Bhf
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
The major train station for arrivals in Ghent is Gent St Pieters. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gent St Pieters for your journey to Ghent from Lucerne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
12Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
Dining
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €0.50
Hotel
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
Public transport options for Gent St Pieters
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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