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Trip Overview

The average train between Brussels and Ostend takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Brussels 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.

1h 46m
Duration
117 km
Distance
€25
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Brussels to Ostend train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Brussels and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Brussels is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Ostend at 12:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 1h 20m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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    train train 1h 18m • Direct
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    train train 2h 31m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 17m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 1h 19m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Brussels 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.

Map of how to get from Brussels to Ostend.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 116.6 km
  • Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Ostend, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Central to Ostende every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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