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 - €70 and takes 3h 4m.

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 4m and costs €45 - €70.

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 Koeln Hbf and arriving at Ostende via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ostend?

The distance between Cologne and Ostend is 334 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 which takes 3h 17m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m 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 Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Ostend train arrive?

Cologne to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ostend is 319 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m 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?

There are 6100+ hotels available in Ostend.

Cologne to Ostend - 4 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Ostend by train, night train, 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 Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to OstendeIc / ...
3h 17m
€41–87
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordNj
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to OstendeIc / ...
4h 10m
€43–277
Drive 319.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ostend319.4 km
3h 4m
€49–71
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to OstendeIc / ...
3h 19m
€41–87

Cologne to Ostend by train

49Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 334.3 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Ostende via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 17m.

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