How to get from Ostend to Schiplaken by train?

Ostend to Schiplaken - Train Schedule

The IC train from Ostend to Schiplaken departs once a day at 19:42. The trip takes about 2 hr 56 min.

From Ostend to Schiplaken by train

To get from Ostend to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC train from Ostend station to Brussels South station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the L train from Mechelen station to Hever station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 56 min. The train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Schiplaken on the Moovit app.

176min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Train - L
L
Walk to Schiplaken
Leaves from Ostend

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ostend
  • 2
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Welkenraedt
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels South
    91 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp-Berchem
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - LL
    Wait for train
    L
    Leuven
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hever
    7 min
  • 8
    Walk to Schiplaken
    Walk to
    Schiplaken
    Karabinierstraat
    2.51 km • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Ostend to Schiplaken

The distance between Ostend, Boortmeerbeek and Schiplaken, Boortmeerbeek is approximately 145.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 176 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ostend to Schiplaken by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boortmeerbeek – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ostend to Schiplaken

To check the train schedule from Ostend to Schiplaken using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ostend) and destination (Schiplaken), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 176 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Train line L.

  • Is there a direct train between Ostend and Schiplaken?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ostend to Schiplaken?

    The IC train line goes from Brussels South station near Ostend in Oostende to Mechelen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Mechelen station near Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ostend to Schiplaken by train?

    The total travel time between Ostend in Oostende and Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek by train is about 2 hr 56 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Brussels South station near Ostend in Oostende.

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

    Get off the train at the Mechelen station, which is closest to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

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