How to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Ostend

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Ostend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr312 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 kr312, while a flight costs an average of kr4211.

Distance: 167 miles (269 km)

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kr385

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4h 18m

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5h 33m

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3h 25m

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The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend is a bus with an average price of kr312.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Ostend:

A bus is kr160 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ostend costing on average kr472.

A bus is kr3900 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Ostend costing on average kr4211.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Ostend take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Ostend including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf to Ostend among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr472 compared to roughly kr385 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-86.70. The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 25m 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.

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from Düsseldorf to Ostend

How to get from Düsseldorf to Ostend by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:50 PM4h55
    Düsseldorf
    7:45 PMOstend
    kr1791One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    2:50 PM4h55
    Düsseldorf
    7:45 PMOstend
    kr1791One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:50 PM4h55
    Düsseldorf
    7:45 PMOstend
    kr1791One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:00 PM4h55
    Düsseldorf
    7:55 PMOstend
    kr3931One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend

Travel to Ostend easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Ostend.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Ostend including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend is a bus with an average price of kr312.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Ostend:

A bus is kr160 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ostend costing on average kr472.

A bus is kr3900 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Ostend costing on average kr4211.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend is by train with an average journey time of 4h 18m.

Other travel options to Ostend take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 31m.

Bus takes on average 5h 33m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Ostend is approximately 167 miles (269 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Ostend is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Ostend as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Ostend:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Ostende.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Bruges, Sint-Michiels Station West.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Ostend, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Ostend by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Ostend by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Ostend:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Ostend often also extend their vacation to go to Bruges, Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ostend and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ostend to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ostend, you can enjoy fresh seafood at the bustling Ostend Fish Market and explore the vibrant Visserskaai lined with restaurants and cafes. Attend a performance at the renowned Kursaal Oostende or visit the Atlantic Wall Open Air Museum to see preserved WWII bunkers. Take a scenic bike ride along the coastal paths. Discover best sights like The Mercator museum ship, Mu.ZEE art museum, Fort Napoleon with its historical exhibits, sunbathe at Ostend Beach, and explore the James Ensor House museum.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Ostend, allowing time to enjoy its beaches, visit the museums, and experience the local cuisine.

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