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Trip Summary
You can pick from 40 daily train trips between Leipzig and Ghent. The average train journey from Leipzig to Ghent takes 10 hours and 56 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 7 hours and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 375 mi (604 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 23m |
| Lowest price | $119.49 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Leipzig to Ghent?
2 train services operate from Leipzig to Ghent. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 35 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 35 | 10h 28m | $164.38 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 5 | 15h 39m | $128.06 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Leipzig to Ghent start from $128, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Ghent. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Leipzig leaves from Train Station . And in Ghent trains arrive at Wondelgem and 4 other train stations.
From Leipzig to Ghent train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Ghent faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 7 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Leipzig and Ghent is approximately 375 miles, or 604 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 23 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Leipzig to Ghent on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Leipzig at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 40 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ghent to Leipzig.
City Information
Leipzig
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Leipzig is a hip city in the Saxony region in the east of Germany. This city is the home of famous composers Richard Wagner and Johann Sebastian Bach and pays tribute to these musical giants with attractions such as the Bach-Museum Leipzig.
Discover some of the city's most interesting architecture in its historic churches. St. Nicholas Church, near Leipzig University, is a Romanesque church with Gothic roots. It was built in 1797 and boasts neoclassical interiors and magnificent pillars. St. Thomas Church is just as impressive and is Bach's final resting place.
Significant art collections are on view at both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Grassi Museum of Applied Arts. Check out the Asisi Panometer to see how a giant painting merges with an equally large gas tank to form a remarkable panoramic attraction.
When hunger strikes, Leipzig has many excellent places to wine and dine. Take a seat at Auerbachs Keller, one of Germany's oldest and most popular restaurants. Ouzeri Was Kost Das is perfect for a romantic dinner, thanks to its cozy setting by the canal.
International travelers can reach Leipzig via the Leipzig/Halle Airport or the impressive European train system. Trains with service to Leipzig include Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, or alex. If you prefer getting there by bus, simply hop on any one of these: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RoadJet, Union Ivkoni, or Racic Eurobus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Leipzig?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Leipzig.
All train stations in Leipzig:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Ghent?
Main arrival station: Merelbeke
There are more train stations and stops in Ghent than most cities. Most trains from Leipzig will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Ghent:
All train stations in Ghent:
Merelbeke
Gent St Pieters
Wondelgem
Gentbrugge
Drongen
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