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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Meppel is to bus which costs €40 - €110 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Meppel is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Meppel?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Meppel via Antwerpen-Centraal and Schiphol Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Ostend to Meppel?

The distance between Ostend and Meppel is 409 km. The road distance is 352.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Meppel without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €50 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Ostend to Meppel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Meppel train from?

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

Train or bus from Ostend to Meppel?

The best way to get from Ostend to Meppel is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €50 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €110 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Ostend to Meppel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostend to Meppel?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Meppel is 353 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Ostend to Meppel.

Where can I stay near Meppel?

There are 629+ hotels available in Meppel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ostend to Meppel by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 Anvers-CentralIc
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol Airport
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Meppel
5h 21m
€53–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Amsterdam SloterdijkN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Heerenveen075
8h 58m
€42–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Rotterdam Central StationN814 / ...
2. Take the train from Gouda to MeppelIntercity
7h 12m
€46–140
Drive 352.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Meppel352.9 km
3h 42m
€63–91
Train via Lelystad
1. Take the train from Ostende to Anvers-CentralIc
2. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Lelystad Centrum
3. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Meppel
5h 50m
€50–168

Ostend to Meppel by train

113Weekly Trains

5h 21mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 408.5 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Ostende to Meppel via Anvers-Central, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Schiphol Airport in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oostende Gouwelozestraat to Meppel via Brugge Station perron C7, Bruges, Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Heerenveen, and Heerenveen in around 8h 58m.

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