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How to get from Central Station to Oostende by bus and train?

From Central Station to Oostende by bus and train

To get from Central Station to Oostende in Belgium, take the EXT train from Brussels Central station to Ostend station. Next, take the 53 bus from Ostend Station Platform 12 station to Oostende Saint Joseph Church station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Oostende on the Moovit app.

89min
Train - EXT
EXT
Bus - 5353
Leaves from Brussels Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Central Station
  • 2
    Train - EXTEXT
    Wait for train
    EXT
    Ostend
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ostend
    77 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ostend Station Platform 12
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Diksmuide Station Platform 4
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Oostende Saint Joseph Church
    Ride to bus station
    Oostende Saint Joseph Church
    ID 501337
    3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central Station to Oostende

The distance between Central Station, Belgium and Oostende, Belgium is approximately 116.91 km, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central Station to Oostende by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Central Station to Oostende

To check the bus and train schedule from Central Station to Oostende using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Central Station) and destination (Oostende), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Oostende?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Train line EXT, Bus line 53.

  • Is there a direct train between Central Station and Oostende?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Central Station to Oostende?

    The EXT train line goes from Ostend station near Central Station in Brussels to Ostend Station Platform 12 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ostend Station Platform 12 station near Oostende in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central Station to Oostende by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Central Station in Brussels and Oostende in Belgium by train and bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Central Station to get to Oostende?

    Get on the EXT train from the Ostend station near Central Station in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Central Station and Oostende?

    Get off the train at the Ostend Station Platform 12 stop, which is closest to Oostende in Belgium.

  • When is the first train from Central Station to Oostende?

    The first train from Central Station in Brussels to Oostende in Belgium is Liege-Guillemins - Ostend. It leaves the Brussels Central station at 7:56 AM.

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