The average train between Ostend and Calais takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend to Calais. 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 3 times a day between Ostend and Calais. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 4:58 PM which arrives into Calais at 8:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Courtrai and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ostend to Calais? 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 Ostend to Calais. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Calais station via Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Ostend to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Calais Ville station.
Book your Ostend to Calais train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Ostend and Calais is 80.3 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Calais Ville via Courtrai and Lille Flandres in around 4h 29m.