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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liège to Ostend
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liège to Ostend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liège to Ostend will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 7 trains that leave Liège for Ostend on Wed, Jul 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
5318:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins11:17 AMOstende$261One-way0 transfers- 53310:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins1:17 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 28318:08 AM2h59Liège-Guillemins11:07 AMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 28329:08 AM2h58Liège-Guillemins12:06 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 5329:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins12:17 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 5318:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins11:17 AMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
ICE 18 · IC 28318:30 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins11:07 AMOstende$641One-way1 transfer- 53310:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins1:17 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 5329:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins12:17 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
- 53411:40 AM2h37Liège-Guillemins2:17 PMOstende$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liège to Ostend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège to Ostend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liège to Ostend:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liège to Ostend costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Ostend take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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, SNCB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liège to Ostend train times
The table below shows live departures for Liège to Ostend trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 18 · IC 2831 | Delayed 6:39 AM 8:30 AMLiège-Guillemins | 2h34 | 11:04 AM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 531 | 8:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 11:15 AM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2832 | 9:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h56 | 12:04 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 532 | 9:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 12:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 533 | 10:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 1:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
2834+ 18205 | 11:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h59 | 2:07 PM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 534 | 11:40 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 2:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 535 | 12:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 3:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2836 · 2336 | 1:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3h04 | 4:12 PM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 536 | 1:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 4:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2839 | 4:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h55 | 7:03 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 539 | 4:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 7:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2840 · 2340 | 5:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3h04 | 8:12 PM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 540 | 5:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 8:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2841 · 2341 | 6:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3h04 | 9:12 PM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 541 | 6:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 9:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2842 · 2342 | 7:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3h04 | 10:12 PM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
| 542 | 7:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 10:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 543 | 8:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 11:15 PM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 544 | 9:40 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h35 | 12:15 AM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2831 | 8:08 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h59 | 11:07 AM Ostende | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 18 · IC 2831 | On time 8:30 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h37 | 11:07 AM Ostende | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liège to Ostend
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Trains from Liège to Ostend run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB from Liège to Ostend trainsIntercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB trains will get you between Liège and Ostend from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liège to Ostend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liège to Ostend
Most Liège to Ostend trains use the Liège-Guillemins to Oostende station pair. Use this guide to compare Liège and Ostend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Liège station do trains to Ostend leave from?
Getting to Liège-Guillemins from Liège city centre
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins train station facilities and services
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Getting to Liège-Palais from Liège city centre
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Getting to Angleur from Liège city centre
Angleur is 3 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Angleur train station facilities and services
Angleur has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Angleur.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Angleur.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Angleur: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Angleur: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Angleur.
Which Ostend station do trains from Liège arrive at?
Getting to Oostende from Ostend city centre
Oostende is 1 km from Ostend city centre. Public transport options include:
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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