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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to France is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to France is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 7m and costs €70 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to France. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Hôtel de Ville via Bruges and Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and France?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to France. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Ostend to France?

The distance between Ostend and France is 426 km. The road distance is 307.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to France without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 7m and costs €70 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Ostend to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to France bus from?

Ostend to France bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Oostende Gouwelozestraat station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to France train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to France?

The best way to get from Ostend to France is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 7m and costs €70 - €240. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Ostend to France bus arrive?

Ostend to France bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brugge Station perron C7.

Where does the Ostend to France train arrive?

Ostend to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Ostend to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to France is 308 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Ostend to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 21954+ hotels available in France.

Ostend to France - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
3h 7m
€73–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 20m
€28–46
Line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C7bus 30
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Parisbus 1740
7h 15m
€31–46
Drive 307.6 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Pariscar 307.6 km
3h 7m
€50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
4h 51m
€62–102

Ostend to France by train and subway

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 425.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and France?

You can take a train from Ostende to Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Hôtel de Ville via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, Paris, and Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès in around 7h 15m.

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