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Gelsenkirchen to Ostend

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Five ways to Travel from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend

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Cheapest
By car (330 km)
3 h 4 min
330 km.
from $18
Other
Rideshare
3 h 4 min
330 km.
from $12.55
Train via Cologne
5 h 19 min
290 km.
from $107.35
Bus, Train
7 h 17 min
290 km.
from $41.26
Train
6 h 34 min
290 km.
from $166.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Bruges
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$47.07

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$152.67
Train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$178.12

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$35.62–$39.44
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$62.34

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostende
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Train from Anvers-Central to Ostende
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.36–$29.26

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

The cheapest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend is to bus and train which costs $32.61 - $47.83 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

The fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Gelsenkirchen and Ostend?

No, there is no direct train from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend. However, there are services departing from Gelsenkirchen Hbf and arriving at Ostende via Koeln Hbf and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Ostend is 424 km. The road distance is 328.3 km.

How do I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend without a car?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 19m and costs $34.78 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelsenkirchen to Ostend train from?

Gelsenkirchen to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

The best way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend is to train via Cologne which takes 5h 19m and costs $34.78 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $65.22 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Gelsenkirchen to Ostend train arrive?

Gelsenkirchen to Ostend train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelsenkirchen to Ostend is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend.

How do I get a train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Ostend?

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Where can I stay near Ostend?

There are 5615+ hotels available in Ostend. Prices start at $74.23 per night.
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