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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€61
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€84
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ostend to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ostend to Düsseldorf will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
It's difficult to get from Ostend to Düsseldorf without transferring at least once.
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IC 514 · ICE 317 · 28528
IC 512 · ICE 17 · 28524
IC 2312 · IC 2812 · ICE 17 · 28524
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IC 2314 · IC 2814 · ICE 317 · 28528
IC 2312 · IC 2812 · ICE 17 · 28524
IC 2308 · IC 2808 · ICE 15 · 28516Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ostend to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €500.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€100 Average price | €500 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ostend to Düsseldorf:
A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ostend to Düsseldorf costing on average €100.
A bus is €461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ostend to Düsseldorf costing on average €500.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 48m.
Bus takes on average 5h 22m.
Tickets start at around €100 compared to roughly €49 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-50.26. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 21m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ostend to Düsseldorf trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 506 · ICE 13 · 28512 | 6:43 AM Ostende | 4h18 | 11:01 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2306 · IC 2806 · ICE 13 · 28512 | 6:48 AM Ostende | 4h13 | 11:01 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 508 · ICE 15 · 28516 | 8:43 AM Ostende | 4h18 | 1:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2308 · IC 2808 · ICE 15 · 28516 | 8:48 AM Ostende | 4h13 | 1:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 512 · ICE 17 · 28524 | 12:43 PM Ostende | 4h18 | 5:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2312 · IC 2812 · ICE 17 · 28524 | 12:48 PM Ostende | 4h13 | 5:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 514 · ICE 317 · 28528 | 2:43 PM Ostende | 4h18 | 7:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2314 · IC 2814 · ICE 317 · 28528 | 2:48 PM Ostende | 4h13 | 7:01 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
515+ 9459 | 3:43 PM Ostende | 3h57 | 7:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
517+ 9471 | 5:43 PM Ostende | 3h59 | 9:42 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ostend to Düsseldorf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:26 PM |
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Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostend to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ostend to Düsseldorf trains use the Oostende to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Ostend and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oostende is 1 km from Ostend city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Lobster, Bistro Mathilda
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Oostende. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Oostende. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oostende: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Oostende: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oostende: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bero, Andromeda Hotel, Hotel Mercure Oostende.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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 options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
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