The average train between Margate and Ostend takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Margate 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 4 hours between Margate and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Margate is at 9:49 PM which arrives into Ostend at 1:07 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Margate 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 Margate to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Margate station and arriving at Ostend station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Margate to Ostend train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.
Margate to Ostend train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Margate to Ostend train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Margate and Ostend is 108.7 km. The road distance is 632 km.
You can take a train from Margate to Ostende via London St Pancras Intl and Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 47m.