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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to France is to bus via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station which costs €19 - €70 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to France is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to France. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via Bruges and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and France?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to France. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Ostend to France?

The distance between Ostend and France is 425 km. The road distance is 301.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to France without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 9m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Ostend to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to France bus from?

Ostend to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to France train from?

Ostend to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to France?

The best way to get from Ostend to France is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 9m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €60 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Ostend to France bus arrive?

Ostend to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Ostend to France train arrive?

Ostend to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Ostend to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to France is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Ostend to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 18279+ hotels available in France.

Ostend to France - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to France by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train (TGV)

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 Ostende to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
3h 9m
€63–148
Bus via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 47m
€19–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 757 / ...
7h 7m
€23–56
Drive 301.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Pariscar 301.9 km
3h 3m
€46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
4h 37m
€45–98

Ostend to France by train and subway

243Weekly Services

3h 9mAverage Duration

€63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.5 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and France?

You can take a train from Ostende to Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18–50 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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