Saarbrücken to Ghent by train

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Overview: trains from Saarbrücken to Ghent

Find the key information for travelling by train from Saarbrücken to Ghent, 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 03:34 View journey
Last train 22:35 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 31m View journey
Distance (km) 308
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey €28.50 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 28m
Train operators 20

Travelling from Saarbrücken to Ghent by train

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

The fastest trains from Saarbrücken to Ghent take around 4 hours and 31 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 308 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Saarbrücken is scheduled to depart at around  03:34. The last departure is usually at around 22:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Saarbrücken at around 03:42, with the last train leaving at around 22:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €28.50.

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 Saarbrücken to Ghent?

The journey between Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Ghent?

The Saarbrücken to Ghent train travel takes about 4 hours and 31 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Saarbrücken to Ghent train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ghent leaving Saarbrücken at around 03:34 and the last train leaving at around 22:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Saarbrücken at around 03:42, with the final departure at 22:35.

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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.