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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Ostend is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Ostend is to drive which takes 39 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Ostende via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Ostend?

The distance between Dunkirk and Ostend is 56 km. The road distance is 52.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Ostend without a car is to line 20 bus and tram which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Dunkirk to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Ostend train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Ostend?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Ostend is to line 20 bus and line 60 bus which takes 3h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €130 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Ostend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkirk to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkirk to Ostend is 53 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Dunkirk to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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Dunkirk to Ostend - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkirk to Ostend by bus, tram, car, or train (TGV, Eurostar)

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

Line 20 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes to Adinkerque Garebus 20
2. Take the tram from De Panne Station to Oostende Marie-Joséplein perron 1tram Kt
2h 40m
Drive 52.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Ostendcar 52.5 km
39 min
€9–12
Line 20 bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes to Adinkerque Garebus 20
2. Take the bus from Koksijde Station perron 2 to Oostende Sint-Jozefskerkbus 60 / ...
3h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 2m
€56–129

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Ostend.

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Distance: 55.8 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Jean Bart to Oostende Sint-Jozefskerk via Leffrinckoucke Fort Des Dunes, Adinkerque Gare, La Panne, Coxyde, and Koksijde Station perron 2 in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunkerque to Ostende via Lille Europe and Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 2m.

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