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

From Ostend to Schiplaken by bus and train

To get from Ostend to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek, 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 IC train and finally take the 28 bus from Mechelen Station Platform 4 station to Elewijt Hofstade Beach station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Ostend may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Schiplaken on the Moovit app.

165min
Train - IC
IC
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 2828
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
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    99 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mechelen
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mechelen Station Platform 4
    ID 107769
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2828
    Wait for bus
    28
    Vilvoorde Hospital
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Elewijt Hofstade Beach
    ID 305617
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Schiplaken
    Walk to
    Schiplaken
    Karabinierstraat
    1.89 km • 24 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 152.99 km, which can typically be travelled in 165 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ostend to Schiplaken by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Boortmeerbeek – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ostend to Schiplaken

To check the bus and 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 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.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 165 minutes, using Train line IC, Train line IC, Bus line 28.

  • Is there a direct train between Ostend and Schiplaken?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ostend to Schiplaken?

    The IC train line goes from Antwerp-Berchem station near Ostend in Oostende to Mechelen station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Mechelen station near Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

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

    The total travel time between Ostend in Oostende and Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek by train and bus is about 2 hr 45 min.

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

    Get on the IC train from the Antwerp-Berchem 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 stop, which is closest to Schiplaken in Boortmeerbeek.

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