The average train between Ghent and Edinburgh takes 9h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ghent and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 1:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Roubaix and take an average of 9h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent to Edinburgh? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Roubaix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.
Ghent to Edinburgh train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Edinburgh train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Ghent to Edinburgh train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Ilévia and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Edinburgh is 710.8 km. The road distance is 967 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Edinburgh Waverley via Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 7h 58m.