The average train between Chester and Ostend takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 Chester and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Ostend at 12:12 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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6h 40m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Ostende station via London Euston station and Lille Europe station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
Chester to Ostend train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
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The distance between Chester and Ostend is 453.1 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Ostende via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Roubaix, and Courtrai in around 7h 37m.