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Travel from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by train in 3 hours 37 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by train is 5 hours, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 37 minutes. Around 32 trains per day travel the 146 miles (235 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Gent-Sint-Pieters.
Book train tickets from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £51.92. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by train
It takes an average of 5h 0m to travel from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by train, over a distance of around 146 miles (235 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters and tickets for this journey start from £51.92 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | Essen Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Gent-Sint-Pieters | |
| Journey time | From 3h 37m | |
| Distance | 146 miles (235 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51.92 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Essen Hbf to Gent-Sint-Pieters by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.