The average train between Ostend and Margate takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend to Margate. 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 Ostend and Margate. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Margate at 10:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ostend to Margate? 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 Ostend to Margate. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Margate station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.
Ostend to Margate train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Margate train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Margate station.
Book your Ostend to Margate train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and Southeastern.
The distance between Ostend and Margate is 108.7 km. The road distance is 632 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Margate via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and London St Pancras Intl in around 6h 3m.