Ghent to Bordeaux train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Ghent to Bordeaux take around 5 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 760 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Ghent is scheduled to depart at around  05:36. The last departure is usually at around 23:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Ghent at around 06:03, with the last train leaving at around 20:41. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 72 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$154.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

Is there a direct train from Ghent to Bordeaux?

The journey between Ghent and Bordeaux 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 Ghent to Bordeaux?

The Ghent to Bordeaux train travel takes about 5 hours and 10 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Ghent to Bordeaux train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bordeaux leaving Ghent at around 05:36 and the last train leaving at around 23:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Ghent at around 06:03, with the final departure at 20:41.