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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Gouda is to line 30 bus and bus which costs €21 - €70 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Gouda is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Gouda?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Gouda. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Gouda via Antwerpen-Centraal and Rotterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Ostend to Gouda?

The distance between Ostend and Gouda is 240 km. The road distance is 216.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Gouda without a car is to train via Antwerp which takes 3h and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Ostend to Gouda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Gouda train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to Gouda?

The best way to get from Ostend to Gouda is to train via Antwerp which takes 3h and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus and bus, which costs €21 - €70 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Ostend to Gouda train arrive?

Ostend to Gouda train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Gouda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Gouda is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Ostend to Gouda.

Where can I stay near Gouda?

There are 701+ hotels available in Gouda.

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

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

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 Antwerp
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-CentralIc
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Rotterdam CentraalEurocity Direct / ...
3h
€35–57
Line 30 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Brugge Station perron C730
2. Take the bus from Bruges to Rotterdam Central Station814 / ...
4h 57m
€21–66
Drive 216.1 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Gouda216.1 km
2h 32m
€39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-CentralIc
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Rotterdam CentraalThalys
3h 34m
€73–121

Ostend to Gouda by train

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Distance: 240.3 km
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Gouda via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Rotterdam Centraal in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Gouda via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, Rotterdam Central Station, and Rotterdam Centraal in around 4h 57m.

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