Ghent to Venlo by train

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Overview: trains from Ghent to Venlo

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ghent to Venlo, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:10 View journey
Last train 23:49 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 3hr 30m View journey
Distance (km) 175
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey CA$68.90 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 1m
Train operators 24

Taking the train from Ghent to Venlo

So you’re considering going from Ghent to Venlo by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of a train ticket between Ghent and Venlo

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$68.90. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Ghent to Venlo train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Ghent to Venlo is at 05:27 and the last is at 23:49. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:10 and the last one is at 23:49. You can expect 32 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 20 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Ghent to Venlo

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 30 minutes, crossing a total distance of 175 kilometres.

Booking Ghent to Venlo trains in advance

Booking your Ghent to Venlo tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Ghent and Venlo by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

More information on train travel from Ghent to Venlo

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Venlo city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Ghent to Venlo

Want to know more about your journey from Ghent to Venlo? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Ghent to Venlo is 175 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.