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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ostend is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ostend is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Ostende via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ostend?

The distance between Cologne and Ostend is 335 km. The road distance is 319.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ostend without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 14m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Cologne to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ostend train from?

Cologne to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Ostend train arrive?

Cologne to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ostend is 319 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Cologne to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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Cologne to Ostend - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Ostend by train (Eurostar), car, or train

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

Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 14m
€70–164
Drive 319.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ostendcar 319.4 km
3h 5m
€50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 16m
€63–141

Cologne to Ostend by train

99Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.7 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Ostende via Bruxelles Midi and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 14m.

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