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

From Ostend to Ranst by bus and train

To get from Ostend to Ranst in Belgium, take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, take the 42A bus from Berchem Station Platform 21 station to Wommelgem Vremde Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ranst on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 42A42A
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 21
    ID 101267
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 42A42A
    Wait for bus
    42A
    Lier Cattle Market Platform 2
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Wommelgem Vremde Road
    Ride to bus station
    Wommelgem Vremde Road
    ID 103037
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ostend to Ranst by bus and train via IC and 42B

To get from Ostend to Ranst in Belgium, take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, take the 42B bus from Berchem Station Platform 21 station to Wommelgem Corluy Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ranst on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 42B42B
Walk to Ranst
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 21
    ID 101267
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 42B42B
    Wait for bus
    42B
    Wommelgem Corluy Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wommelgem Corluy Street
    ID 109922
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ranst
    Walk to
    Ranst
    840 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ostend to Ranst

The distance between Ostend, Belgium and Ranst, Belgium is approximately 133.92 km, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ostend to Ranst 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 Ranst

To check the bus and train schedule from Ostend to Ranst using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ostend) and destination (Ranst), 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 Ranst by bus and train via IC and 42B

To get from Ostend to Ranst in Belgium, take the IC train from Ostend station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, take the 42B bus from Berchem Station Platform 21 station to Wommelgem Corluy Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ranst on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 42B42B
Walk to Ranst
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 21
    ID 101267
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 42B42B
    Wait for bus
    42B
    Wommelgem Corluy Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wommelgem Corluy Street
    ID 109922
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ranst
    Walk to
    Ranst
    840 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Ostend, Bus line 42A.

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

    The alternative route takes 143 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Ostend, Bus line 42B.

  • Is there a direct train between Ostend and Ranst?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ostend to Ranst?

    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 Ranst in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Ostend in Oostende and Ranst in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

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

    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 Ranst?

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

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