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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Ostend is to bus which costs €80 - €140 and takes 18h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Ostend is to fly and train which takes 5h 14m and costs €95 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Germany to Ostend. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Grunerstr. and arriving at Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Berlin Südkreuz train station and Brugge Station perron C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Ostend. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Ostende via S Spandau Bhf, Koeln Hbf and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Germany to Ostend?

The distance between Germany and Ostend is 448 km. The road distance is 837.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Ostend without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 9h 51m and costs €150 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Germany to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Ostend bus from?

Germany to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin Südkreuz train station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Ostend train from?

Germany to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Spandau Bhf station.

Train or bus from Germany to Ostend?

The best way to get from Germany to Ostend is to train via Cologne which takes 9h 51m and costs €150 - €700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 18h 5m.

Where does the Germany to Ostend bus arrive?

Germany to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Where does the Germany to Ostend train arrive?

Germany to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Germany to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Ostend is 837 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Germany to Ostend.

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

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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There are 8 ways to get from Germany to Ostend by plane, train, train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Fly from Frankfurt, train
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FRA - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Ostendetrain
5h 14m
€99–307
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Brugesbus N1360b
18h 5m
€81–136
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
9h 51m
€157–663
Drive 837.3 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Ostendcar 837.3 km
7h 24m
€130–187
Fly from Hamburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane HAM - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Ostendetrain
5h 34m
€119–326
Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane BER - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain
3. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Ostendetrain
6h 12m
€104–317
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Gesundbrunnen to Bruxelles-Miditrain Trn
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
16h 14m
€162–393
Train #2
1. Take the train from Berlin Gesundbrunnen to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain 474
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
16h 22m
€142–353

Germany to Ostend by train

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Distance: 448.4 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Germany and Ostend, Belgium?

You can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Ostende via S Spandau Bhf, Koeln Hbf, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 15h.

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