The average train between Kiel and Ostend takes 10h 20m and the fastest train takes 9h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Kiel 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 3 hours between Kiel and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 2:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Ostend at 10:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 10h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 59m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf station and arriving at Ostende station via Hamburg Hbf station, Köln Hbf station and Bruxelles Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.
Kiel to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
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The distance between Kiel and Ostend is 594.9 km. The road distance is 751 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Ostende via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 49m.