The average train between Kerkrade and Ostend takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kerkrade is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Ostend at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Heerlen and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kerkrade 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 Kerkrade to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Kerkrade station and arriving at Ostend station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Kerkrade to Ostend train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Heerlen station.
Kerkrade to Ostend train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Kerkrade to Ostend train tickets online with Arriva NL and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Kerkrade and Ostend is 222.6 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Kerkrade Centrum to Ostende via Heerlen and Liège-Guillemins in around 4h 12m.