Travelling from Lyon to Ghent by train

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

The fastest trains from Lyon to Ghent take around 4 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 600 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lyon is scheduled to depart at around  05:46. The last departure is usually at around 20:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lyon at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 21:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 36 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$57.50.

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 Lyon to Ghent?

The journey between Lyon and Ghent usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lyon to Ghent every weekday 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 at least one departure.

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

The Lyon to Ghent train travel takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lyon to Ghent train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ghent leaving Lyon at around 05:46 and the last train leaving at around 20:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lyon at around 05:48, with the final departure at 21:08.