Ostende to Brussels-Midi train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ostende to Brussels-Midi

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£12

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£13

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

1 h 10 m

Trains on 19 Sept

63

Distance

108 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ostende to Brussels-Midi will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 63 trains from Ostende to Brussels-Midi, including 32 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.

  • Intercity1814 · 1514
    14:091h22
    Ostende
    15:31Brussels-Midi
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity2315 · 2815
    15:481h21
    Ostende
    17:09Brussels-Midi
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity2314 · 2814
    14:481h21
    Ostende
    16:09Brussels-Midi
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity516
    16:431h10
    Ostende
    17:53Brussels-Midi
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • Intercity515
    15:431h10
    Ostende
    16:53Brussels-Midi
    £121One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Ostende to Brussels-Midi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ostende to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 108 km

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Most popular
Train
Coach
Driving

£18

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Ostende to Brussels-Midi is a coach with an average price of £11.

This is compared to other travel options from Ostende to Brussels-Midi:

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ostende to Brussels-Midi costing on average £18.

The fastest way to travel from Ostende to Brussels-Midi is by train with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Brussels-Midi take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ostende and Brussels-Midi including taking a train and coach.
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 £18 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.42. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 24m 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.

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

Live departures

Ostende to Brussels-Midi train times

The table below shows live departures for Ostende to Brussels-Midi trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity5044:43 Ostende
1h10
5:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity5055:42 Ostende
1h11
6:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1806 · 15066:08 Ostende
1h23
7:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity5066:43 Ostende
1h10
7:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2306 · 28066:48 Ostende
1h21
8:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity23066:48 Ostende
2h31
9:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1807 · 15077:09 Ostende
1h22
8:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity5077:43 Ostende
1h10
8:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity23077:48 Ostende
2h31
10:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2307 · 28077:48 Ostende
1h21
9:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1808 · 15088:09 Ostende
1h22
9:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity5088:43 Ostende
1h10
9:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2308 · 28088:48 Ostende
1h21
10:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity23088:48 Ostende
2h31
11:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1809 · 15099:09 Ostende
1h22
10:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity5099:43 Ostende
1h10
10:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2309 · 28099:48 Ostende
1h21
11:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity23099:48 Ostende
2h31
12:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1810 · 151010:09 Ostende
1h22
11:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51010:43 Ostende
1h10
11:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2310 · 281010:48 Ostende
1h21
12:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231010:48 Ostende
2h31
13:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1811 · 151111:09 Ostende
1h22
12:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51111:43 Ostende
1h10
12:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity231111:49 Ostende
2h30
14:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2311 · 281111:49 Ostende
1h20
13:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1812 · 151212:09 Ostende
1h22
13:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51212:43 Ostende
1h10
13:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2312 · 281212:48 Ostende
1h21
14:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231212:48 Ostende
2h31
15:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1813 · 151313:09 Ostende
1h22
14:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51313:43 Ostende
1h10
14:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity231313:48 Ostende
2h31
16:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2313 · 281313:48 Ostende
1h21
15:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1814 · 151414:09 Ostende
1h22
15:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51414:43 Ostende
1h10
15:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2314 · 281414:48 Ostende
1h21
16:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231414:48 Ostende
2h31
17:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1815 · 151515:09 Ostende
1h22
16:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51515:43 Ostende
1h10
16:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2315 · 281515:48 Ostende
1h21
17:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231515:48 Ostende
2h31
18:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1816 · 151616:09 Ostende
1h22
17:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51616:43 Ostende
1h10
17:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2316 · 281616:48 Ostende
1h21
18:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231616:48 Ostende
2h31
19:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1817 · 151717:09 Ostende
1h22
18:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51717:43 Ostende
1h10
18:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity231717:49 Ostende
2h30
20:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2317 · 281717:49 Ostende
1h20
19:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1818 · 151818:09 Ostende
1h22
19:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51818:43 Ostende
1h10
19:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2318 · 281818:48 Ostende
1h21
20:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity231818:48 Ostende
2h31
21:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity1819 · 151919:09 Ostende
1h22
20:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity51919:43 Ostende
1h10
20:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity231919:48 Ostende
2h31
22:19 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2319 · 281919:48 Ostende
1h21
21:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1820 · 152020:09 Ostende
1h22
21:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity52020:43 Ostende
1h10
21:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect
Intercity2320 · 282020:48 Ostende
1h21
22:09 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity1821 · 152121:09 Ostende
1h22
22:31 Brussels-Midi1 change
Intercity52121:43 Ostende
1h10
22:53 Brussels-Midi0 changesdirect

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Intercity as well as Deutsche Bahn or Regional offer trains services from Ostende to Brussels-Midi.
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ostende to Brussels-Midi

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Trains from Ostende to Brussels-Midi run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:42, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 8m.

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 £4
Distance
108 km
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
1h 8m
First train
2:42
Last train
21:07
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
5 days
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 £4

Train companies: Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Regional from Ostende to Brussels-Midi trainsIntercity, Deutsche Bahn, Regional trains will get you between Ostende and Brussels-Midi from £4. 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 8m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£12
Intercity frequency
12 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

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

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 8m
Cheapest Regional Price
£13
Regional frequency
3 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

FAQs: Ostende to Brussels-Midi train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostende to Brussels-Midi 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 Brussels-Midi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ostende to Brussels-Midi can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Ostende to Brussels-Midi covers a distance of 108 km and takes approximately 1h 8m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Ostende to Brussels-Midi is 108 km.
The first train from Ostende to Brussels-Midi leaves at 2:42.
The last train from Ostende to Brussels-Midi departs at 21:07.
Trains from Ostende to Brussels-Midi run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ostende to Brussels-Midi.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ostende and Brussels-Midi. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by Intercity, Deutsche Bahn, Regional.
To get from Ostende to Brussels-Midi, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Ostende to Brussels-Midi.
The cheapest way to get from Ostende to Brussels-Midi is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Ostende to Brussels-Midi in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Oostende to Bruxelles-Midi offers views of the Belgian countryside, passing through flat landscapes, fields, and small towns, but it is not widely regarded as particularly scenic compared to other routes in Belgium.
Yes, a day trip from Oostende to Bruxelles-Midi is feasible, with a travel time of 1h 8m and a distance of 108 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ostende to Brussels-Midi.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ostende and Brussels-Midi

Most Ostende to Brussels-Midi trains use the Oostende to Bruxelles-Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Ostende and Brussels-Midi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Ostend
Arrival train stations in Brussels
OostendeNatiënkaai 1, 8400 Oostende, BelgiumWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Oostende from Ostend city centre

Oostende is 1 km from Ostend city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus30 · 2m · £3 · every ~9 min

Oostende train station facilities and services

Oostende 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.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Lobster, Bistro Mathilda

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oostende. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Oostende. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oostende: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Oostende: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oostende: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Bero, Andromeda Hotel, Hotel Mercure Oostende.

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