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The average train between Zaandam and Ostend takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Zaandam to Ostend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 29m
Duration
289 km
Distance
€49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain train Eurocity Direct / ...
  2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Ostendetrain train Ic / ...
4h 26m
€40–73

Zaandam to Ostend train times

Trains run hourly between Zaandam and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaandam is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Ostend at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Schiphol Airport Train Station and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 15m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 15m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 16m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 15m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 15m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 17m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)4h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zaandam to Ostend? 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.

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  • Distance: 288.7 km
  • Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Zaandam, Netherlands and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a train from Zaandam to Ostende via Schiphol Airport Train Station, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Anvers-Central in around 4h 26m.

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