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The cheapest and fastest trains from Antwerp to Ostend

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 24 Sept

Cheapest price on 24 Sept

£12

Average ticket price on 24 Sept

£20

Fastest journey on 24 Sept

1 h 41 m

Average journey duration on 24 Sept

1 h 41 m

Trains on 24 Sept

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Ostend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Antwerp to Ostend will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Thu 24 Sept, we found 9 trains from Antwerp to Ostend, including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

10:361h41
Antwerp
12:17Ostend
£121One-way
0 changes
15:361h41
Antwerp
17:17Ostend
£191One-way
0 changes
16:361h41
Antwerp
18:17Ostend
£191One-way
0 changes
8:061h45
Antwerp
9:51Ostend
£201One-way
0 changes
19:361h41
Antwerp
21:17Ostend
£201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Antwerp to Ostend

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Ostend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 104 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£17 Average Price	£14 Average Price Cheapest	£17 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Ostend is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp to Ostend:

A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp to Ostend costing on average £17.

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Ostend is by train with an average journey time of 1h 36m.

Other travel options to Ostend take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Ostend including taking a coach and train.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.07. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Intercity.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Antwerp to Ostend train times

The table below shows live departures for Antwerp to Ostend trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
1832	11:06 Antwerp-Central	1h45	12:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1832	11:12 Antwerp-Berchem	1h39	12:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1832	11:17 Antwerp-South	1h34	12:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
19716 · 533+2681	11:33 Antwerp-South	1h44	13:17 Ostende	2 changes
19716 · 533	11:36 Antwerp-Central	1h41	13:17 Ostende	1 change
19716 · 533	11:42 Antwerp-Berchem	1h35	13:17 Ostende	1 change
1837	16:06 Antwerp-Central	1h45	17:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1837	16:12 Antwerp-Berchem	1h39	17:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1837	16:17 Antwerp-South	1h34	17:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
19744 · 538+2686	16:33 Antwerp-South	1h44	18:17 Ostende	2 changes
19744 · 538	16:36 Antwerp-Central	1h41	18:17 Ostende	1 change
19744 · 538	16:42 Antwerp-Berchem	1h35	18:17 Ostende	1 change
1838	17:06 Antwerp-Central	1h46	18:52 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1838	17:12 Antwerp-Berchem	1h40	18:52 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1838	17:17 Antwerp-South	1h35	18:52 Ostende	0 changesdirect
19726 · 539+2687	17:33 Antwerp-South	1h44	19:17 Ostende	2 changes
19726 · 539	17:36 Antwerp-Central	1h41	19:17 Ostende	1 change
19726 · 539	17:42 Antwerp-Berchem	1h35	19:17 Ostende	1 change
1839	18:06 Antwerp-Central	1h45	19:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1839	18:12 Antwerp-Berchem	1h39	19:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1839	18:17 Antwerp-South	1h34	19:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
19728 · 540+2688	18:33 Antwerp-South	1h44	20:17 Ostende	2 changes
19728 · 540	18:36 Antwerp-Central	1h41	20:17 Ostende	1 change
19728 · 540	18:42 Antwerp-Berchem	1h35	20:17 Ostende	1 change
1840	19:06 Antwerp-Central	1h45	20:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1840	19:12 Antwerp-Berchem	1h39	20:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
1840	19:17 Antwerp-South	1h34	20:51 Ostende	0 changesdirect
19730 · 541+2689	19:33 Antwerp-South	1h44	21:17 Ostende	2 changes
19730 · 541	19:36 Antwerp-Central	1h41	21:17 Ostende	1 change
19730 · 541	19:42 Antwerp-Berchem	1h35	21:17 Ostende	1 change
	6:06 Antwerp	1h45	7:51 Ostend	0 changesdirect
	7:06 Antwerp	1h45	8:51 Ostend	0 changesdirect
	8:06 Antwerp	1h45	9:51 Ostend	0 changesdirect
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Intercity as well as Regional offer trains services from Antwerp to Ostend.

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Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Regional to find the best option for your trip from Antwerp to Ostend.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Antwerp to Ostend

Belgium

Trains from Antwerp to Ostend run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Distance

104 km

Average train duration

1h 36m

Cheapest ticket price

£13

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 20m

First train

3:52

Last train

23:42

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

3 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Train companies: Intercity, Regional from Antwerp to Ostend trainsIntercity, Regional trains will get you between Antwerp and Ostend from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About

Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Intercity Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Intercity Price

£13

Intercity frequency

20 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket

Quiet zone

Learn more about Intercity

Regional

About

The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Regional Duration

1h 20m

Cheapest Regional Price

£13

Regional frequency

5 a day

Luggage included

Standard luggage allowance included with ticket

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Refunds according to ticket type and conditions

Refund

Full refund if service is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Complete guide to Ostend

Things to do in Ostend

Discover the best of Ostend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ostend trip today.

Must visit

Mu.ZEE

Ostend’s main art museum, presenting Belgian art from Ensor onwards in a modern seafront setting with varied temporary exhibitions.

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Must visit

Ensor House

James Ensor’s restored house and studio, offering insight into the painter’s life, interiors and imagination in central Ostend.

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Recommended

Mercator

Museum aboard a preserved three-masted training ship, where visitors explore decks, cabins and Belgium’s maritime past.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are similar to other coastal city breaks, while local trams and trains are reasonably priced for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget: €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Antwerp to Ostend train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antwerp to Ostend by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ostend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Antwerp to Ostend can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £17.

The train journey from Antwerp to Ostend covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 20m. Trains run 23 per day.

The train distance from Antwerp to Ostend is 104 km.

The first train from Antwerp to Ostend leaves at 3:52.

The last train from Antwerp to Ostend departs at 23:42.

Trains from Antwerp to Ostend run approximately 23 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Antwerp to Ostend.

Yes, there is a direct train between Antwerp and Ostend. The service operates 12 times per day, provided by Intercity.

There is no night train service from Antwerp to Ostend.

The train station in Antwerp that goes to Ostend is Antwerp-Central, and it arrives at Ostende.

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Ostend is by coach, costing approximately £6.

Booking trains from Antwerp to Ostend in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Antwerp to Ostend offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Flemish countryside, small towns, and glimpses of canals, but it is not renowned for being particularly scenic.

Yes, you can take the train from Antwerp to Ostend.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Antwerp and Ostend

Most Antwerp to Ostend trains use the Antwerpen Centraal to Oostende station pair. Use this guide to compare Antwerp and Ostend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Antwerp

Arrival train stations in Ostend

Which Antwerp station do trains to Ostend leave from?

Trains from Antwerp to Ostend leave from Antwerpen Centraal. The station is 1 km from Antwerp city centre at Koningin Astridplein, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium.

Antwerpen CentraalKoningin Astridplein, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium+32 25282828 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Antwerpen Centraal from Antwerp city centre

Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus17 · 19m · £3 · every ~13 min

Tram11 · 11m · £3 · every ~14 min

Antwerpen Centraal train station facilities and services

Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.

More about Antwerpen Centraal

Antwerpen-BerchemBurgemeester E. Ryckaertsplein, 2600 Berchem, Antwerp, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Antwerpen-Berchem from Antwerp city centre

Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainStoptrein, S32, Ic, S34, S33, S1, Ec, L, P, Ext, T, Trn · 4m · £0.90 · every ~42 min

Bus32 · 13m · £3 · every ~10 min

Tram4 · 18m · £3 · every ~11 min

11 · 28m · £3 · every ~14 min

Antwerpen-Berchem train station facilities and services

Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.