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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sint-Niklaas to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sint-Niklaas to Ghent will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 37 trains from Sint-Niklaas to Ghent, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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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Trains from Sint-Niklaas to Ghent run on average 33 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 30m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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The table below shows live departures for Sint-Niklaas to Ghent trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:00 Sint-Niklaas | 0h32 | 23:32 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
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707 | 8:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 8:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
19710 | 8:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 8:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2678+ 3007 | 8:03 Belsele | 0h47 | 8:50 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
3007 | 8:18 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 8:50 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
1457+ 1829 | 8:23 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 9:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1457+ 1829 | 8:32 Belsele | 0h36 | 9:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1829 | 8:36 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 9:08 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2658+ 708 | 8:47 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 9:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
2658+ 708 | 8:56 Belsele | 0h36 | 9:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
708 | 9:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 9:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2679+ 3008 | 9:03 Belsele | 0h47 | 9:50 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
3008 | 9:18 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 9:50 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
1458+ 1830 | 9:23 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 10:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1458+ 1830 | 9:32 Belsele | 0h36 | 10:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1830 | 9:36 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 10:08 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2659+ 19714 | 9:47 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 10:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
2659+ 19714 | 9:56 Belsele | 0h36 | 10:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
709 | 10:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 10:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
19714 | 10:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 10:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2680+ 3009 | 10:03 Belsele | 0h47 | 10:50 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
3009 | 10:18 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 10:50 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
1459+ 1831 | 10:23 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 11:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1459+ 1831 | 10:32 Belsele | 0h36 | 11:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1831 | 10:36 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 11:08 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2660+ 19734 | 10:47 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 11:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
2660+ 19734 | 10:56 Belsele | 0h36 | 11:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
710 | 11:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 11:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
19734 | 11:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 11:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2681+ 3010 | 11:03 Belsele | 0h47 | 11:50 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
3010 | 11:18 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 11:50 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
1460+ 1832 | 11:23 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 12:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1460+ 1832 | 11:32 Belsele | 0h36 | 12:08 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
1832 | 11:36 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 12:08 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
2661+ 19716 | 11:47 Nieuwkerken-Waas | 0h45 | 12:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
2661+ 19716 | 11:56 Belsele | 0h36 | 12:32 Ghent St Pieters | 1 change | |
711 | 12:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 12:32 Ghent St Pieters | 0 changesdirect | |
19716 | 12:00 Sint-Niklaas station | 0h32 | 12:32 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sint-Niklaas 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 Sint-Niklaas to Ghent trains use the Sint-Niklaas to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Sint-Niklaas and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sint-Niklaas 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: De Witte Molen, De Graanmaat
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sint-Niklaas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sint-Niklaas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sint-Niklaas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sint-Niklaas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sint-Niklaas: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Serwir, Hotel Moon, Ibis Sint Niklaas Centrum.
Nieuwkerken-Waas is 3 km from Sint-Niklaas city centre. Public transport options include:
Nieuwkerken-Waas has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Nieuwkerken-Waas.
Available at Nieuwkerken-Waas: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nieuwkerken-Waas.
Belsele is 4 km from Sint-Niklaas city centre. Public transport options include:
Belsele has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Belsele.
ATMs are available at Belsele.
Available at Belsele: Parking, WC.
Available at Belsele: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belsele.
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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