What is the cheapest way to get from Arras to Ostend?

The cheapest way to get from Arras to Ostend is to drive which costs €20 - €29 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arras to Ostend?

The fastest way to get from Arras to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Arras and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Arras to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Arras and arriving at Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Lille and Brugge Station perron C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Arras and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Arras to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Arras and arriving at Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Arras to Ostend?

The distance between Arras and Ostend is 163 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

How do I travel from Arras to Ostend without a car?

The best way to get from Arras to Ostend without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €27 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Arras to Ostend?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Arras to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arras to Ostend bus from?

Arras to Ostend bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Arras station.

Where do I catch the Arras to Ostend train from?

Arras to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arras station.

Train or bus from Arras to Ostend?

The best way to get from Arras to Ostend is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €27 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Arras to Ostend bus arrive?

Arras to Ostend bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Arras to Ostend train arrive?

Arras to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Arras to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Arras to Ostend is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Arras to Ostend.

How do I get a train ticket from Arras to Ostend?

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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Arras to Ostend - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Arras to Ostend by train (TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Arras to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to CourtraiTer
3. Take the train from Courtrai to OstendeIc
3h 36m
€27–34
Drive 130.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arras to Ostend130.4 km
1h 35m
€20–29
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Arras to Lille - Europe Train Station
2. Take the bus from Lille to Bruges757
3. Take the bus from Brugge Station perron C7 to Oostende Gouwelozestraat30
4h 42m
€22–45

Arras to Ostend by train

95Weekly Trains

3h 36mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.6 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Arras, France and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a train from Arras to Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arras to Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Lille - Europe Train Station, Lille, Bruges, and Brugge Station perron C7 in around 4h 42m.

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