The average train between Ghent and Ostend takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ghent 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 every 30 minutes between Ghent and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 1:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Ghent is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Ostend at 12:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ghent station and arriving at Ostend station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
Ghent to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
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The distance between Ghent and Ostend is 58.1 km. The road distance is 62 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Ostende every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €10–21 and the journey takes 38 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 5 times a week.