Bordeaux to Ghent train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Bordeaux to Ghent by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bordeaux to Ghent take around 4 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 760 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bordeaux is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 21:04 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bordeaux at around 05:10, with the last train leaving at around 21:04. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 50 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$186.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Ghent, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Ghent.

Is there a direct train from Bordeaux to Ghent?

The journey between Bordeaux and Ghent usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Bordeaux to Ghent?

The Bordeaux to Ghent train travel takes about 4 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bordeaux to Ghent train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ghent leaving Bordeaux at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 21:04 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bordeaux at around 05:10, with the final departure at 21:04.