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Trip Summary
You can pick from 57 daily train trips between Magdeburg and Ghent. The average train journey from Magdeburg to Ghent takes 10 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 8 hours and 12 minutes.
Distance | 347 mi (559 km) |
Fastest train | 8h 0m |
Lowest price | $91.55 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Magdeburg to Ghent?
2 train services operate from Magdeburg to Ghent. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 54 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 54 | 10h 6m | $121.08 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 12h 55m | $147.54 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Magdeburg to Ghent start from $114, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Ghent. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Magdeburg leaves from Beyendorf . And in Ghent trains arrive at Wondelgem .
From Magdeburg to Ghent train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 12 hours and 55 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 8 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Ghent.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Magdeburg and Ghent is approximately 347 miles, or 559 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 12 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.
Trains from Magdeburg to Ghent are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Magdeburg at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 57 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 Magdeburg.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Magdeburg Südost
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Magdeburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Magdeburg:
Magdeburg Südost
Magdeburg-Salbke
Magdeburg-Eichenweiler
Beyendorf
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 Magdeburg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Ghent:
All train stations in Ghent:
Merelbeke
Wondelgem
Drongen
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