The average train between Genk and Ostend takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Genk to Ostend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Genk and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genk is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Ostend at 1:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Genk to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Genk station and arriving at Ostend station via Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Genk to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.
Genk to Ostend train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Genk to Ostend train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Genk and Ostend is 181.9 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Genk to Ostende via Gand-Saint-Pierre in around 3h 13m.