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

The cheapest way to get from Étaples to Ostend is to train and tram which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Étaples to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Étaples and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Étaples to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Etaples Le Touquet and arriving at Ostende via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Étaples to Ostend?

The distance between Étaples and Ostend is 380 km. The road distance is 156.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Étaples to Ostend without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €65 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Étaples to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Étaples to Ostend train from?

Étaples to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Etaples Le Touquet station.

Where does the Étaples to Ostend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Étaples to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Étaples to Ostend is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Étaples to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Étaples to Ostend by train (TGV, Eurostar), train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Etaples Le Touquet to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 37m
€67–152
Train, tram
cheapest
1. Take the train from Etaples Le Touquet to Calais Villetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Calais Ville to Dunkerquetrain Ter
3. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Station tramperron 3tram Kt
5h 28m
€23–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Etaples Le Touquet to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
2. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Ostend - Coach Parkingbus
4h 46m
€33–59
Drive 156.2 km
1. Drive from Étaples to Ostendcar 156.2 km
1h 39m
€25–36

Étaples to Ostend by train

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Distance: 380.4 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Etaples Le Touquet to Ostende via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 37m.

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