The average train between Kerkrade and Ostend takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Kerkrade 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 every 2 hours between Kerkrade and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kerkrade is at 9:31 PM which arrives into Ostend at 2:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Heerlen and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kerkrade to Ostend? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kerkrade to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Kerkrade station and arriving at Ostend station via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Kerkrade to Ostend train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Heerlen station.
Kerkrade to Ostend train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Kerkrade to Ostend train tickets online with Arriva NL and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Kerkrade and Ostend is 222.6 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Kerkrade Centrum to Ostende via Heerlen and Liège-Guillemins in around 3h 59m.