The average train between Zurich and Ostend takes 11h 30m and the fastest train takes 9h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Zurich and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 7:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Ostend at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 19m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich 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.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Ostend station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
Zurich to Ostend train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Ostend train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Zurich to Ostend train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Zurich and Ostend is 590.8 km. The road distance is 916 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Ostende via Basel SBB, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 30m.