The average train between Harelbeke and Ostend takes 1h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Harelbeke 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 hourly between Harelbeke and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harelbeke is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Ostend at 12:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harelbeke to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Harelbeke station and arriving at Ostend station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.
Harelbeke to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Harelbeke station.
Harelbeke to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Harelbeke to Ostend train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Harelbeke and Ostend is 48.3 km. The road distance is 99 km.
You can take a train from Harelbeke to Ostende via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 1h 22m.