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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Ostend is to train and tram which costs €10 - €18 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Oostende Petit Paris via Dunkerque Gare, Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes and Koksijde Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Ostend station. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Oostende Station tramperron 3 via De Panne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Calais to Ostend?

The distance between Calais and Ostend is 103 km. The road distance is 93.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Ostend without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 41m and costs €10 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Calais to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Ostend bus from?

Calais to Ostend bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Calais Ville station.

Where do I catch the Calais to Ostend train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Ostend?

The best way to get from Calais to Ostend is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Calais to Ostend bus arrive?

Calais to Ostend bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Dunkerque station.

Where does the Calais to Ostend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Ostend is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Calais to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Ostend by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Dunkerquetrain Ter
2. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3tram Kt
3h 41m
€10–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calais Ville to Dunkerquebus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Koksijde Station perron 2 to Oostende Petit Parisbus 60a / ...
4h 28m
€14–18
Drive 93.3 km
1. Drive from Calais to Ostendcar 93.3 km
1h 3m
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
4h 8m
€33–69

Calais to Ostend by train, bus, and tram

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Distance: 103.5 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Calais Ville to Oostende Petit Paris via Dunkerque, Dunkerque Gare, Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes, Adinkerque Gare, La Panne, Coxyde, and Koksijde Station perron 2 in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai in around 4h 8m.

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