What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend is to bus and line 30 bus which costs €14 - €19 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend?

The fastest way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Calais and Ostend?

No, there is no direct bus from Port of Calais to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Oostende Gouwelozestraat via Brugge Station perron C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Port of Calais and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Port of Calais to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Port of Calais to Ostend?

The distance between Port of Calais and Ostend is 134 km. The road distance is 96.5 km.

How do I travel from Port of Calais to Ostend without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend without a car is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs €15 - €23.

How long does it take to get from Port of Calais to Ostend?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Port of Calais to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port of Calais to Ostend bus from?

Port of Calais to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where do I catch the Port of Calais to Ostend train from?

Port of Calais to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Train or bus from Port of Calais to Ostend?

The best way to get from Port of Calais to Ostend is to bus which takes 1h 56m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Port of Calais to Ostend bus arrive?

Port of Calais to Ostend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Where does the Port of Calais to Ostend train arrive?

Port of Calais to Ostend train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Port of Calais to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Port of Calais to Ostend is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Port of Calais to Ostend.

How do I get a train ticket from Port of Calais to Ostend?

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

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Port of Calais to Ostend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Port of Calais to Ostend by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to BrugesN814 / ...
1h 56m
€15–22
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to BrugesN814 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brugge Station perron C7 to Oostende Gouwelozestraat30
2h 53m
€14–18
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Courtrai to OstendeIc
4h 29m
€39
Drive 96.5 km
1. Drive from Port of Calais to Ostend96.5 km
1h 7m
€15–22

Port of Calais to Ostend by bus and train

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.1 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Port of Calais, France and Ostend, Belgium?

FlixBus operates a bus from Calais to Bruges hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calais Ville to Ostende via Lille Flandres and Courtrai in around 4h 29m.

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