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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Ostend is to bus and line 30 bus which costs €17 - €23 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Herentals and arriving at Ostende via Anvers-Berchem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Lille to Ostend?

The distance between Lille and Ostend is 165 km. The road distance is 151.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Ostend without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €28 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Lille to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Ostend bus from?

Lille to Ostend bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Vorselaar Voetbalterrein station.

Where do I catch the Lille to Ostend train from?

Lille to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Herentals station.

Train or bus from Lille to Ostend?

The best way to get from Lille to Ostend is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €28 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs €17 - €23 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Lille to Ostend bus arrive?

Lille to Ostend bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2 station.

Where does the Lille to Ostend train arrive?

Lille to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Berchem station.

Can I drive from Lille to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Ostend is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Lille to Ostend.

Where can I stay near Ostend?

There are 6490+ hotels available in Ostend.

Lille to Ostend - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lille and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Lille Eikenlaan and arriving at Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Vorselaar Voetbalterrein, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Brugge Station perron C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lille to Ostend by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herentals to Anvers-Berchemtrain S33 / ...
2. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 23m
€28–59
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vorselaar Voetbalterrein to Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2bus X42
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Brugesbus 802
3. Take the bus from Brugge Station perron C7 to Oostende Gouwelozestraatbus 30
4h 57m
€17–23
Drive 151.4 km
1. Drive from Lille to Ostendcar 151.4 km
1h 29m
€24–34

Lille to Ostend by bus and train

118Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.8 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Lille, Belgium and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a bus from Lille Eikenlaan to Ostende via Herentals Station afstaphalte, Herentals, and Anvers-Berchem in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lille Eikenlaan to Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Vorselaar Voetbalterrein, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron A2, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Bruges, and Brugge Station perron C7 in around 4h 57m.

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