What is the cheapest way to get from Arras to Ostend?

The cheapest way to get from Arras to Ostend is to bus which costs €12 - €21 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arras to Ostend?

The fastest way to get from Arras to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Arras and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Arras to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Arras and arriving at Ostend - Coach Parking via Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Arras and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Arras to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Arras and arriving at Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Arras to Ostend?

The distance between Arras and Ostend is 163 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

How do I travel from Arras to Ostend without a car?

The best way to get from Arras to Ostend without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €26 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Arras to Ostend?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Arras to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arras to Ostend bus from?

Arras to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arras station.

Where do I catch the Arras to Ostend train from?

Arras to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arras station.

Train or bus from Arras to Ostend?

The best way to get from Arras to Ostend is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €26 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Arras to Ostend bus arrive?

Arras to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Arras to Ostend train arrive?

Arras to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Arras to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Arras to Ostend is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Arras to Ostend.

How do I get a train ticket from Arras to Ostend?

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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Arras to Ostend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Arras to Ostend by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arras to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Courtraitrain Ter
3. Take the train from Courtrai to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 27m
€26–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arras to Lillebus 781
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Ostend - Coach Parkingbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 40m
€12–21
Drive 130.4 km
1. Drive from Arras to Ostendcar 130.4 km
1h 36m
€21–30
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Arras to Dunkerquetrain Ter
2. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3tram Kt
4h 38m
€21–39

Arras to Ostend by train

142Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Arras, France and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a train from Arras to Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arras to Ostend - Coach Parking via Lille and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 3h 40m.

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