The average train between Ostend and Nivelles takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Ostend to Nivelles. 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 hourly between Ostend and Nivelles. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Nivelles at 6:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Nivelles. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Nivelles station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Ostend to Nivelles train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Nivelles train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Nivelles station.
Book your Ostend to Nivelles train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ostend and Nivelles is 119.9 km. The road distance is 144 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Nivelles via Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 15m.