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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Ostend
Cheapest price
$237
Average price
$237
Fastest journey
9 h 32 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
711 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Ostend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Ostend will cost around $237 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $237.
Of the 1 trains that leave Munich for Ostend on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 711 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 32 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 9 h 32 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.
7:28 AM9h32Munich5:00 PMOstend$2371One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM9h32Munich5:00 PMOstend$2371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Ostend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Ostend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 441 miles (711 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $347 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Ostend:
A bus is $123 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Ostend costing on average $204 (€168).
A bus is $267 (€220) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Ostend costing on average $347 (€286).
Other travel options to Ostend take longer:
Flight takes on average 10h 28m.
Bus takes on average 19h 27m.
You'll arrive about 1h 52m sooner (7h 33m by train vs 9h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $204 (€168) compared to roughly $121 (€100) 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.
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
Munich to Ostend train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Ostend trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:28 AM Munich | 9h32 | 5:00 PM Ostend | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Ostend
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Trains from Munich to Ostend run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $134 (€110) but you can travel from only $60 (€49) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 441 miles (711 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 441 miles (711 km) |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€110) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Munich to Ostend trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Munich and Ostend from $60 (€49). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Ostend
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Ostend
Most Munich to Ostend trains use the München Hbf to Oostende station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Ostend train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Ostend leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Isartor from Munich city centre
München Isartor train station facilities and services
München Isartor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
München Marienplatz train station facilities and services
München Marienplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
Which Ostend station do trains from Munich 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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