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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Ghent takes 7h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Ghent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 47m
Duration
626 km
Distance
€223
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Chester to Ghent train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Chester and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Ghent at 11:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 57m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)6h 10m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 56m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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    Avanti West CoastEurostarIléviaBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)5h 52m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester to Ghent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 626.5 km
  • Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Ghent, Belgium?

You can take a train from Chester to Gand-Saint-Pierre via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, and Roubaix in around 6h 6m.

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