1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
3 h 27 m
Trains on 14 Sept
10
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venlo to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venlo to Ghent will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Venlo to Ghent you need to make at least 3 changes.
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19716Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venlo to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 174 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£38 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venlo to Ghent:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venlo to Ghent costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Ghent take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 45m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.84. The journey takes 3h 30m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venlo to Ghent trains for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:06 Venlo | 3h26 | 10:32 Ghent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Venlo to Ghent run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 21:25 |
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Discover the best of Ghent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ghent trip today.
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 Venlo 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 Venlo to Ghent trains use the Venlo to Gent St Pieters station pair, with some services arriving at Gent-Dampoort. Use this guide to compare Venlo and Ghent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venlo 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: Restaurant Chez l'Hêtre, Brasserie Sur Place
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Venlo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Venlo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venlo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venlo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venlo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, Campanile Venlo, Hotel Puur.
Blerick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Wilhelmina, Brasserie Sur Meuse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Blerick. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Blerick.
Available at Blerick: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blerick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blerick.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Puur, Theaterhotel Venlo, Hotel American.
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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