The average train between Bremerhaven and Ostend takes 9h 41m and the fastest train takes 8h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Bremerhaven to Ostend. 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 5 times a day between Bremerhaven and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bremerhaven is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Ostend at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Bremen Hbf and take an average of 9h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bremerhaven to Ostend? 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 Bremerhaven to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Bremerhaven Hbf station and arriving at Ostende station via Bremen Hbf station, Köln Hbf station and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.
Bremerhaven to Ostend train services, operated by NordWestBahn, depart from Bremerhaven Hbf station.
Bremerhaven to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
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The distance between Bremerhaven and Ostend is 462.9 km. The road distance is 580 km.
You can take a train from Bremerhaven Hbf to Ostende via Bremen Hbf, Koeln Hbf, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 8h 39m.