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Trip Overview

The average train between Ostend and Birmingham takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 51m
Duration
343 mi
Distance
£158
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain train Ic / ...
  2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain train
6h 8m
£125–245

Ostend to Birmingham train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ostend and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 3 changes

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)EurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ostend to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Ostend to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 343 mi
  • Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Ostende to Birmingham New Street via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 6h 8m.

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