How to get from Ostend to Duffel by bus and train?

From Ostend to Duffel by bus and train

To get from Ostend to Duffel in Belgium, take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, take the 53 bus from Berchem Station Platform 22 station to Duffel Sports Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Duffel on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 5353
Walk to Duffel
Leaves from Ostend

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ostend
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    99 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Berchem Station Platform 22
    ID 104877
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Duffel Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Duffel Sports Center
    ID 101421
    43 min
  • 7
    Walk to Duffel
    Walk to
    Duffel
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ostend to Duffel by bus and train via IC, S1 and 52

To get from Ostend to Duffel in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S1 train and finally take the 52 bus from Duffel Station station to Duffel Sports Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Duffel on the Moovit app.

160min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S1
S1
Bus - 5252
Leaves from Ostend

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ostend
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    99 min
  • 4
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duffel
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Duffel Station
    ID 109722
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Berchem Station Platform 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Duffel Sports Center
    Ride to bus station
    Duffel Sports Center
    ID 109723
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ostend to Duffel

The distance between Ostend, Belgium and Duffel, Belgium is approximately 142.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ostend to Duffel by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ostend to Duffel

To check the bus and train schedule from Ostend to Duffel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ostend) and destination (Duffel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ostend to Duffel by bus and train via IC, S1 and 52

To get from Ostend to Duffel in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S1 train and finally take the 52 bus from Duffel Station station to Duffel Sports Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Duffel on the Moovit app.

160min
Train - IC
IC
Train - S1
S1
Bus - 5252
Leaves from Ostend

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ostend
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    99 min
  • 4
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Duffel
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Duffel Station
    ID 109722
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Berchem Station Platform 2
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Duffel Sports Center
    Ride to bus station
    Duffel Sports Center
    ID 109723
    2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ostend to Duffel?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Ostend, Bus line 53.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ostend to Duffel?

    The alternative route takes 160 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Ostend, Train line Antwerp Central - Nivelles, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct train between Ostend and Duffel?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ostend to Duffel?

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Ostend in Oostende to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Duffel in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ostend to Duffel by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ostend in Oostende and Duffel in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ostend to get to Duffel?

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp Central station near Ostend in Oostende.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ostend and Duffel?

    Get off the train at the Antwerp-Berchem stop, which is closest to Duffel in Belgium.

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