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Journey details

Journey duration 2 h 50 min
Connections per day 10
First departure 09:06
Last departure 20:06
Distance 131 km

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Trains from Calais to Ghent

How long will it take me to travel from Calais to Ghent by train?

The journey between Calais and Ghent runs for about 131 km and usually takes approximately 2 h 50 min. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 2 h 3 min. If you are trying to get from Calais to Ghent as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

When do the first and last departures from Calais to Ghent leave?

If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Calais to Ghent, which usually leaves at 09:06. The last scheduled departure of the day is normally at 20:06. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.

When traveling from Calais to Ghent by train, which stations can I use?

When traveling from by train, you will be able to leave from stations like Calais - Fréthun and Calais. These routes will connect with stations including Gand Saint Pierre in . An international journey may be complex and, depending on the cities you are traveling between, it could require a change during the route. Virail will show you which stations in and have a direct connection between them, and which require an indirect journey. You may have to change along the way in order to get from your preferred station in to your arrival point in .

In Calais, departure stations include Calais - Fréthun and Calais. When you arrive in Ghent, you may be able to disembark at stations such as Gand Saint Pierre. Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many times a day do departures from Calais leave for Ghent?

On average, there are 10 daily departures from Calais to Ghent. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to 16 departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include OUI.sncf and SNCF, and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of departures from Calais which travel directly to Ghent. There are 10 journeys with one change or more.