What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend is to bus and line 30 bus which costs €12 - €18 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

The fastest way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels-South Station and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels-South Station to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Brussels South and arriving at Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Brugge Station perron C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels-South Station and Ostend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Ostende. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

The distance between Brussels-South Station and Ostend is 115 km. The road distance is 111.9 km.

How do I travel from Brussels-South Station to Ostend without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs €19 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

The train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostende takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Ostend bus from?

Brussels-South Station to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels South station.

Where do I catch the Brussels-South Station to Ostend train from?

Brussels-South Station to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

The best way to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs €19 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs €12 - €18 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Ostend bus arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Where does the Brussels-South Station to Ostend train arrive?

Brussels-South Station to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.

Can I drive from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels-South Station to Ostend is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Brussels-South Station to Ostend.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels-South Station to Ostend?

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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There are 3 ways to get from Brussels-South Station to Ostend by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
1h 16m
€19–90
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels South to Brugesbus N84
2. Take the bus from Brugge Station perron C7 to Oostende Gouwelozestraatbus 30
3h 10m
€12–18
Drive 111.9 km
1. Drive from Brussels-South Station to Ostendcar 111.9 km
1h 10m
€18–25

Brussels-South Station to Ostend by foot and train

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Distance: 115.4 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Brussels-South Station, Belgium and Ostend, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostende every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brussels South to Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Bruges and Brugge Station perron C7 in around 3h 10m.

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