Travelling from Dunkirk to Ghent by train

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

The fastest trains from Dunkirk to Ghent take around 2 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 94 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dunkirk is scheduled to depart at around  05:12. The last departure is usually at around 20:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dunkirk at around 05:30, with the last train leaving at around 20:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 39 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$21.00.

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 Dunkirk to Ghent?

The journey between Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk to Ghent?

The Dunkirk to Ghent train travel takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dunkirk to Ghent train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ghent leaving Dunkirk at around 05:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dunkirk at around 05:30, with the final departure at 20:30.