The average train between Ostend and Zottegem takes 1h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Ostend to Zottegem. 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 Zottegem. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 10:09 PM which arrives into Zottegem at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Zottegem. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Zottegem station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.
Ostend to Zottegem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Zottegem train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Zottegem station.
Book your Ostend to Zottegem train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Ostend and Zottegem is 72.8 km. The road distance is 86 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Zottegem via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 1h 46m.