What is the cheapest way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk?

The cheapest way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk?

The fastest way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Ostende and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostende station to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Oostende Station perron 3 and arriving at Jean Bart via Adinkerque Gare and Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ostende and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Ostende to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Ostende to Dunkirk?

The distance between Ostende and Dunkirk is 57 km. The road distance is 52.7 km.

How do I travel from Ostende to Dunkirk without a car?

The best way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk without a car is to tram and line 20 bus which takes 2h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ostende to Dunkirk?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Ostende to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostende to Dunkirk bus from?

Ostende to Dunkirk bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Oostende Station perron 3.

Where do I catch the Ostende to Dunkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostende to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Ostende to Dunkirk is to line 60 bus and line 20 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €150 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Ostende to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Ostende to Dunkirk bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Koksijde Station perron 1.

Where does the Ostende to Dunkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostende to Dunkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostende to Dunkirk is 53 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Ostende to Dunkirk.

How do I get a train ticket from Ostende to Dunkirk?

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Where can I stay near Dunkirk?

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Ostende to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 20 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ostende to Dunkirk by tram, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Tram, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Oostende Station tramperron 1 to De Panne Stationtram Kt
2. Take the bus from Adinkerque Gare to Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunesbus 20
2h 41m
Drive 52.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ostende to Dunkirkcar 52.7 km
40 min
€9–12
Line 60 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Oostende Station perron 3 to Koksijde Station perron 1bus 60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Adinkerque Gare to Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunesbus 20
3h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
4h 6m
€55–150

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Distance: 57.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Ostende, Belgium and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a bus from Oostende Station perron 3 to Jean Bart via Koksijde Station perron 1, Coxyde, La Panne, Adinkerque Gare, and Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ostende to Dunkerque via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe in around 4h 6m.

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