The average train between Manchester and Ostend takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 6h. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 4 hours between Manchester and Ostend. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Ostend at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Ostend station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Manchester to Ostend train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Ostend train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ostende station.
Book your Manchester to Ostend train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Manchester and Ostend is 431.7 km. The road distance is 780 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ostende via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 46m.