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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Geleen is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Geleen is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Geleen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Oostende Gouwelozestraat and arriving at Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan via Bruges and Maastricht, Station Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Geleen?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Geleen-Lutterade via Liège-Guillemins and Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Ostend to Geleen?

The distance between Ostend and Geleen is 266 km. The road distance is 226.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Geleen without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Ostend to Geleen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Geleen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ostend to Geleen train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to Geleen?

The best way to get from Ostend to Geleen is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Ostend to Geleen bus arrive?

Ostend to Geleen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Ostend to Geleen train arrive?

Ostend to Geleen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Geleen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Geleen is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ostend to Geleen.

Where can I stay near Geleen?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Geleen.

Ostend to Geleen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ostend to Geleen by train, bus, 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 Ostende to Liège-GuilleminsIc
3h 40m
€28–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to MaastrichtN84
8h 26m
€21–35
Drive 226.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Geleen226.9 km
2h 18m
€41–59
Line 30 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C730
2. Take the train from Bruges to HasseltIc
3. Take the bus from Hasselt Station perron 13 to Maastricht Boschstraat/Maagdendries20a
6h 2m
€28–39

Ostend to Geleen by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.5 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Geleen, Netherlands?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Liège-Guillemins every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Maastricht once daily. Tickets cost €13–24 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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