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Trip Overview

The average train between Ostend and Birmingham takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. 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 54m
Duration
344 mi
Distance
£175
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Ostend to Birmingham train times

Trains run every 3 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 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 45m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 58m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast7h • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 8m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 39m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 4 changes
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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)IléviaEurostarAvanti West Coast5h 29m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Ostend to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 344.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Birmingham New Street via Courtrai, Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas Roubaix, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 6h 12m.

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