The average train between Kiel and Ostend takes 11h 21m and the fastest train takes 10h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Kiel 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 Kiel and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 3:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Kiel is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Ostend at 1:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Hamburg Hbf and take an average of 11h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kiel 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 Kiel to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Kiel station and arriving at Ostend station via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.
Kiel to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.
Kiel to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Kiel to Ostend train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kiel and Ostend is 594.9 km. The road distance is 879 km.
You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Ostende via Hamburg Hbf, Köln Hbf, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 52m.