How to get from Lens to Gent by train?

From Lens to Gent by train

To get from Lens to Gent in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Lens station to Ath station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the P train from Brussels South station to Ghent St. Peter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Lens may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Gent on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Train - P
P
Walk to Gent
Leaves from Lens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lens
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Grammont
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ath
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    40 min
  • 6
    Train - PP
    Wait for train
    P
    La Panne
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    28 min
  • 8
    Walk to Gent
    Walk to
    Gent
    800 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lens to Gent by train via L, IC and IC

To get from Lens to Gent in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Lens station to Ath station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Ghent St. Peter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Lens may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Gent on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Gent
Leaves from Lens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lens
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Grammont
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ath
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    40 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    28 min
  • 8
    Walk to Gent
    Walk to
    Gent
    800 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lens to Gent

The distance between Lens, Belgium and Gent, Belgium is approximately 115.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lens to Gent by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Lens to Gent

To check the train schedule from Lens to Gent using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lens) and destination (Gent), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Lens to Gent by train via L, IC and IC

To get from Lens to Gent in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the L train from Lens station to Ath station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the IC train from Brussels South station to Ghent St. Peter station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Lens may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Gent on the Moovit app.

129min
Train - L
L
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Walk to Gent
Leaves from Lens

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lens
  • 2
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Grammont
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ath
    17 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Brussels Airport-Zaventem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    40 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Ostend
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    28 min
  • 8
    Walk to Gent
    Walk to
    Gent
    800 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lens to Gent?

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line L Geraardsbergen - Mons, Train line IC, Train line P.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lens to Gent?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Train line L Geraardsbergen - Mons, Train line IC, Train line Eupen - Ostend.

  • Is there a direct train between Lens and Gent in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lens to Gent in Belgium?

    The L train line goes from Grammont station near Lens to Ath station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Ath station near Gent in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lens to Gent in Belgium by train?

    The total travel time between Lens and Gent in Belgium by train is about 2 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Lens to get to Gent in Belgium?

    Get on the L train from the Grammont station near Lens in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Lens and Gent in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Ath station, which is closest to Gent in Belgium.

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