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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Hasselt is to train which costs €17 - €26 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Hasselt is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Hasselt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ostende and arriving at Hasselt. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Ostend to Hasselt?

The distance between Ostend and Hasselt is 196 km. The road distance is 189.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Hasselt without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs €17 - €26.

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

The train from Ostende to Hasselt takes 2h 21m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Hasselt train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to Hasselt?

The best way to get from Ostend to Hasselt is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs €17 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €45 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Ostend to Hasselt train arrive?

Ostend to Hasselt train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Hasselt station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Hasselt?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Hasselt is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ostend to Hasselt.

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

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Where can I stay near Hasselt?

There are 748+ hotels available in Hasselt.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to Hasselt 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 Hasselttrain Exp
2h 21m
€17–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Hasselt Stationbus N84
5h 4m
€13–43
Drive 189.1 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Hasseltcar 189.1 km
2h 4m
€29–41
Train via Leuven
1. Take the train from Ostende to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Hasselttrain L / ...
2h 39m
€25–50
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Ostende to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Hasselttrain Ic / ...
2h 48m
€21–48

Ostend to Hasselt by train

18Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Hasselt, Belgium?

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Ostende to Hasselt 3 times a day. Tickets cost €17–26 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Hasselt Station twice daily. Tickets cost €10–20 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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