Bruges station to Ostende train with Intercity

Thu, Jun 11
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bruges station to Ostende

Showing times and prices for Jun 11

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$7

Fastest journey

13 m

Average duration

13 m

Trains per day

30

Distance

21 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bruges station to Ostende is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bruges station to Ostende will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast trains

Of the 30 trains that leave Bruges station for Ostende on Thu, Jun 11, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 11 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .

On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest trains will take 13 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.

  • Intercity530
    10:04 AM0h13
    Bruges station
    10:17 AMOstende
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2335
    2:49 PM0h14
    Bruges station
    3:03 PMOstende
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity543
    11:04 PM0h13
    Bruges station
    11:17 PMOstende
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2343
    10:49 PM0h14
    Bruges station
    11:03 PMOstende
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity1842
    10:38 PM0h14
    Bruges station
    10:52 PMOstende
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bruges station to Ostende

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bruges station to Ostende among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $6.

Distance: 13 miles (21 km)

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Bus
Driving

$6

Average price

Cheapest

$7

Average price

$6

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

47m

Average total duration

Fastest

17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 0m

Average total duration

30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

33m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bruges station to Ostende is a train with an average price of $6 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Bruges station to Ostende:

A train is $0.43 (€0.35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bruges station to Ostende costing on average $7 (€5).

The fastest way to travel from Bruges station to Ostende is by train with an average journey time of 17m.

Other travel options to Ostende take longer:

Bus takes on average 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bruges station and Ostende including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bruges station to Ostende among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 16m sooner (17m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Bruges station to Ostende train times

The table below shows live departures for Bruges station to Ostende trains for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Intercity23265:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
6:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity8266:05 AM Bruges station
0h14
6:19 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18266:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
6:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23276:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
7:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5277:04 AM Bruges station
0h13
7:17 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity8277:08 AM Bruges station
0h14
7:22 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18277:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
7:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23287:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
8:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5288:04 AM Bruges station
0h13
8:17 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18288:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
8:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23298:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
9:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5299:04 AM Bruges station
0h13
9:17 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18299:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
9:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23309:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
10:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity53010:04 AM Bruges station
0h13
10:17 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity183010:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
10:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity233110:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
11:03 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity53111:04 AM Bruges station
0h13
11:17 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity183111:38 AM Bruges station
0h13
11:51 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity233211:49 AM Bruges station
0h14
12:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity53212:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
12:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity183212:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
12:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity233312:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
1:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5331:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
1:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18331:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
1:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23341:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
2:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5342:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
2:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18342:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
2:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23352:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
3:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5353:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
3:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18353:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
3:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23363:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
4:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5364:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
4:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18364:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
4:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23374:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
5:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5375:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
5:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity8375:08 PM Bruges station
0h14
5:22 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18375:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
5:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity80015:46 PM Bruges station
0h14
6:00 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23385:50 PM Bruges station
0h14
6:04 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5386:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
6:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity8386:08 PM Bruges station
0h14
6:22 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18386:39 PM Bruges station
0h13
6:52 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity80026:47 PM Bruges station
0h13
7:00 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23396:50 PM Bruges station
0h14
7:04 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5397:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
7:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18397:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
7:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23407:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
8:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5408:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
8:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18408:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
8:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity23418:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
9:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5419:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
9:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity18419:38 PM Bruges station
0h13
9:51 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity4409:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
10:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity54210:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
10:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity184210:38 PM Bruges station
0h14
10:52 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity234310:49 PM Bruges station
0h14
11:03 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity54311:04 PM Bruges station
0h13
11:17 PM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Thursday, June 11
Intercity54412:06 AM Bruges station
0h13
12:19 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect
Intercity5451:31 AM Bruges station
0h13
1:44 AM Ostende0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bruges station to Ostende

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Trains from Bruges station to Ostende run on average 9 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 13m.

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
Distance
13 miles (21 km)
Average train duration
17m
Cheapest ticket price
$4 (€3)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
13m
First train
12:45 AM
Last train
11:44 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB from Bruges station to Ostende trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB trains will get you between Bruges station and Ostende from $4 (€3). 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 Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€3)
Intercity frequency
9 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
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

SNCB | BUS

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
SNCB | BUS frequency
6 a day

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€6)
SNCB frequency
50 a day
Learn more about SNCB

FAQs: Trains from Bruges station to Ostende

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Bruges station to Ostende can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4 (€3), while the average price is around $6 (€5).
The train from Bruges station to Ostende takes 13m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Bruges station to Ostende leaves at 12:45 AM.
The distance by train from Bruges station to Ostende is 13 miles (21 km).
The last train from Bruges station to Ostende leaves at 11:44 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Bruges station to Ostende.
Yes, there is a direct train from Bruges station to Ostende. This service operates 9 times per day, provided by Intercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bruges station to Ostende.
The cheapest way to get from Bruges station to Ostende is by train, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The train journey from Brugge to Oostende offers a pleasant view of the Belgian countryside, with glimpses of picturesque towns, open fields, and occasional waterways, making it a scenic and enjoyable ride.
Yes, a day trip from Brugge to Oostende is feasible. The journey takes 13m, and the distance is 13 miles (21 km). Trains run 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bruges station to Ostende.
Since both Bruges station and Ostende are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Ostende include Bruges, Brussels, Lille, Ghent, Antwerp.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bruges station to Ostende among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Belgium uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find card payments widely accepted in cities, restaurants, and shops, though carrying some cash is advisable for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bruges station to Ostende

Bruges
Ostend
The major train station for departures in Bruges is Brugge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brugge for your trip from Bruges to Ostend.
BruggeLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Stationsplein 5, 8000 Bruges, Belgium
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located near the entrance inside the main station.
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks
  • Leonidas
  • Deliway Brugge Station
  • EXKi
  • De Kantine
  • Zest Fresh Juice Bar
  • FavouRRs
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Facilities include elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Radisson Blu Hotel, Bruges
  • ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
  • Hotel NH Brugge
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 21:30
  • Sat - Sun: 06:00 - 21:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located inside the corridor leading away from the platforms and towards the central exit.
Public transit options for Brugge
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 43, 62, 63, 88, 89, 90, 91, 92, 96, 98, P1, P4, P5
  • Train lines: IC (01, 02, 03, 23, 23A, 32), L 02

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