The average train between Ostend and Brussels takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ostend to Brussels. 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 30 minutes between Ostend and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Ostend is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Brussels at 12:24 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ostend station and arriving at Brussels station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.
Ostend to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Brussels train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Central station.
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The distance between Ostend and Brussels is 107.4 km. The road distance is 116 km.
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Bruxelles-Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route twice a week.