The average train between Mainz and Ghent takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Mainz and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 3:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Ghent at 1:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz 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.
No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Ghent station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Mainz to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Book your Mainz to Ghent train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Ghent is 343.6 km. The road distance is 454 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 1m.