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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to France is to bus via Lille which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to France is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

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 Ostend - Coach Parking and arriving at Châtelet - Quai de Gesvres via Lille and Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

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 12m.

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 12m and costs €70 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Ostend - Coach Parking 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 12m and costs €70 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus via Lille, which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Ostend to France bus arrive?

Ostend to France bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

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?

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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 12m
€73–259
Bus via Lille
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Parisbus 1755 / ...
5h 25m
€26–50
Drive 307.6 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Pariscar 307.6 km
3h 7m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
4h 34m
€56–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Paris - CDG Roissypole Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 38m
€39–58

Ostend to France by train and subway

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Distance: 425.8 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Châtelet - Quai de Gesvres via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille, Paris, and Porte Maillot - Palais des Congrès in around 5h 25m.

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